One of Linus Tech Tips’ most popular videos claims you can get faster internet in 30 seconds. The trick? Change your DNS settings.

It’s a cool tip, and it actually works—sometimes.

But if you’re running a business and you think switching your DNS provider is going to magically fix your internet problems? Think again. This video is a great jumping-off point to explain the difference between tech tips for individuals and network strategy for organizations.

⚡ What the Video Shows

In the video, Linus explains how DNS (Domain Name System) works—basically the internet’s address book. Every time you visit a website, your computer asks a DNS server where to find it. If your default DNS provider (usually your ISP’s) is slow, it can cause lag during web browsing.

He shows how to run speed tests on DNS services like Google DNS, Cloudflare, or OpenDNS, and switch to the fastest one. In some cases, it makes pages load noticeably faster [1].

💡 The Catch: Business Networks Are Way More Complex

DNS tweaks might help your home Wi-Fi, but business networks involve way more moving parts:

• Multiple devices, VLANs, and traffic types
• Remote workers connecting through VPN
• Critical software tools, cloud services, and VOIP

In that environment, changing DNS is like trying to fix a slow delivery system by painting the mailboxes. You might speed up part of the process, but you haven’t addressed the infrastructure.

📉 Why DIY Networking Can Hurt Your Business

Even well-meaning tweaks can go wrong. We’ve seen:

• Teams locked out of cloud services after a DNS change
• VPNs break because traffic routing changed unexpectedly
• Compliance issues from using unsecured DNS resolvers

And worst of all? Nobody notices the issue until something breaks. With no monitoring or alerting, businesses lose hours (or days) before realizing there’s a problem [2].

🧠 What Your Business Actually Needs

If you’re serious about having fast, reliable internet for your team, here’s what works:

• Business-class firewalls and routers
• Traffic prioritization (QoS) to make sure Zoom doesn’t compete with TikTok
• Network segmentation to separate guests from critical systems
• Proactive monitoring so issues get caught before they become problems

At Succeed Managed Services, we help businesses build networks that don’t just work—they perform. We handle the design, implementation, and day-to-day management so you can stop guessing and get back to running your business.

✅ Final Thought

If you’re frustrated with slow internet, sure—try the DNS tweak. But if you’re running a business and you’re still relying on consumer-level tips and ISP-provided gear? It might be time to level up.

👉 Let’s talk about building a network that actually supports your team.

Sources:

[1] Linus Tech Tips – “Faster Internet for FREE in 30 Seconds”

[2] FBP Online – “What Is Network Management and Why It Matters”