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title: "How to resolve 'DNS_PROBE_FINISHED_NXDOMAIN' on my computer?"  
description: "How to resolve 'DNS_PROBE_FINISHED_NXDOMAIN' on my computer?"  
author: "Mukul Goenka"  
published: 2024-01-12  
updated: 2024-01-15  
canonical: https://answers.mindstick.com/qa/109096/how-to-resolve-dns_probe_finished_nxdomain-on-my-computer  
category: "troubleshooting"  
tags: ["troubleshooting"]  
reading_time: 2 minutes  

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# How to resolve 'DNS_PROBE_FINISHED_NXDOMAIN' on my computer?



## Answers

### Answer by SundarLal Sharma

Resolve this problem, consider the following steps:\
Check Your [Internet](https://www.mindstick.com/articles/44099/best-internet-hobby) [Connection](https://www.mindstick.com/articles/123/connection-string): The error may occur if there's a disruption in your [network](https://www.mindstick.com/articles/342247/choosing-the-right-business-network-solution-for-growth).\
Clear [Browser](https://www.mindstick.com/blog/155254/which-is-the-best-internet-browser) Cache: Cached data may cause conflicts. Clear your browser's cache and [cookies](https://www.mindstick.com/articles/40/cookies-in-asp-dot-net) through the settings or preferences menu.\
Flush DNS Cache: Open the Command Prompt on [Windows](https://www.mindstick.com/blog/166/windows-api) or Terminal on macOS/Linux as an administrator and type 'ipconfig /flushdns' (Windows) or 'sudo killall -HUP mDNSResponder' (macOS). This clears the DNS cache.\
Use Google's Public DNS: You can do this in your network settings.\
Disable VPN or Proxy: These services might interfere with DNS [resolution](https://www.mindstick.com/news/2526/resolution-against-anti-satellite-tests-adopted-by-un-to-reduce-space-debris).\
Check Hosts File: Ensure that the domain you're trying to access is not mistakenly blocked in your computer's hosts file. The hosts file can be found in the system's 'etc' directory.\
Reset TCP/IP: Restart your computer afterward.\
Contact Your ISP: Contact your ISP for assistance or consider using a different DNS service.

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By systematically going through these [troubleshooting](https://www.mindstick.com/articles/1617/desktop-troubleshooting) steps, you can address the 'DNS_PROBE_FINISHED_NXDOMAIN' error and improve your DNS resolution, allowing you to access the desired websites. If the problem persists, consider seeking assistance from your ISP or a knowledgeable IT [professional](https://www.mindstick.com/articles/167321/how-to-handle-business-logistics-professionally) for further diagnosis.

Read also: [Why won't my computer recognize my external hard drive after a system update](https://answers.mindstick.com/qa/109169/why-won-t-my-computer-recognize-my-external-hard-drive-after-a-system-update)


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