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How to block websites in Netgear router
I tried blocking the websites using router settings Advanced -> Security -> Block Sites. I set Keyword blocking to Always and then entered keyword and domain names (google, google.com, www.google.com...
Most website blocking is broken because of httpS. The s part signifies the encryption between user/sever (simplified). that encryption breaks the blocking. Like FURRYe38 says, one way around that is to use a DNS filtering service. Or even roll your own with something line pihole on the raspberry pi or unbound.