How to check DNS settings in Mac

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How to check DNS settings in Mac

There are many ways to check DNS in Apple computer.

A. Use command line.

Run Terminal by launching Applications --> Utilities --> Terminal, then simply type in cat /etc/resolv.conf. Here's an example:

$ cat /etc/resolv.conf 

domain chicagotech.net.

nameserver 69.89.25.172

B. Use System Preferences.

From the Apple menu, select System Preferences
Click the Network button
In right pane, select your network interface (Ethernet or wireless, for example)