Microsoft makes DNS over HTTPS generally available for Windows Server
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Usama Jawad
Summary
Microsoft has announced the general availability (GA) of DNS over HTTPS (DoH) support for Windows DNS Server, after months in preview. The feature provides encrypted, authenticated DNS traffic for enterprise networks, replacing traditional clear-text DNS transmissions. Microsoft positions this as a foundational upgrade for zero-trust enterprise networks, allowing organizations to deploy the solution in production environments without requiring major network infrastructure changes.
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It essentially introduces encrypted, authenticated DNS for the networks rather than transmitting DNS traffic in clear.
The GA of DoH encourages organizations to deploy the solution in production environments without implementing a
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