Google/OpenDNS

Cliddy

I've been happily using Google for years and suddenly I've noticed that OpenDns seems to have taken over the search page, anyone know what it is and how to return to "pure" Google ?

penrhyn

Visit the Google homepage that you want, then go to internet options in your browser and set the current page as your homepage.

LeeSouthEast

I still get Google, been using OpenDNS for years. Could you describe the symptoms a little more?

-TangleFoot-

Cliddy wrote: »

I've noticed that OpenDns seems to have taken over the search page

If you're searching from the address bar, this is what happens. Many browsers will assume that anything typed in there is a web address, and treat it accordingly. A 'page not found' message is the usual result, but in the case of OpenDNS you'll get redirected to their search page instead.

Jaffa.

Try unticking the "Enable OpenDNS proxy" under advanced settings on the OpenDNS dashboard.

Cliddy

Sorry none of this really helps, although I can see it's close.

The problem is..... I type something in on the address bar (even deliberatly wrong perhaps !) and my default search engine (Google) brings up search suggestions. Nothing unusual there, been happening for years. So why has OpenDNS suddenly appeared in its place ? I don't know what it is and based on the results it produces, I don't need it !

-TangleFoot-

Cliddy wrote: »

I don't know what it is and based on the results it produces, I don't need it !

It's a DNS resolution service, among other things. I suggest you ask your resident geek for further details.

Alternatively - if it bothers you that much - try Google Chrome. You should then be able to search from the address bar to your heart's content without further interference.

LeeSouthEast

Or use the dedicated google search box in your browser instead.

boffy31

You need the I'm feeling lucky fixer:

http /cotcaro.blogspot.com/2008/07/feeling-lucky-fixer.html

Cliddy

All the responses here come from people who are obviously comfortable in the presence of OpenDNS (whatever that is). My question remains where did it come from, uninvited?

-TangleFoot-

Cliddy wrote: »

My question remains where did it come from, uninvited?

And I repeat: ask your resident geek. Someone in your household must have set it up - it is they to whom your questions must now be directed.

Incidentally, have you clicked on any of the words highlighted in blue yet?