Most of us use whatever DNS server our internet provider assigns by default, but these ISP-provided DNS servers are often not optimized for performance. It creates a hidden bottleneck that affects your streaming experience, even if you have a high-speed internet subscription.

After researching alternatives, I decided to test Cloudflare's 1.1.1.1 DNS service. Cloudflare operates a massive global network with servers in over 300 cities worldwide. This extensive infrastructure means DNS queries can be resolved much faster than traditional ISP servers.