Smart DNS

Explanation

Smart DNS works by intercepting the DNS queries and specific network traffic that streaming services use to figure out a user's location, then rerouting those requests through proxy servers in the target country. Unlike a VPN, Smart DNS does not encrypt the full connection, so speeds are faster and latency is lower. This makes it popular for streaming 4K content where VPN overhead can hurt performance, but it offers no privacy or security benefits beyond geo-unblocking.