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dossiers.wikipersons-of-interest | 48 minutes ago |
silklottery.live | 1 hour ago |
lexiconsoftware.gr | 9 hours ago |
charamidis.gr | 9 hours ago |
dodi-repacks.site | 9 hours ago |
DNS records are entries in a database that link domain names to specific IP addresses. They enable the Domain Name System (DNS) to translate human-readable domain names into machine-readable addresses. These records are stored on DNS servers and play a crucial role in directing internet traffic to the correct destinations, such as websites or email servers.
In essence, DNS records serve as a directory for the internet, allowing users to access websites without remembering complex numerical IP addresses.
Record Type | Description |
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A (Address Record) | Maps a domain to an IPv4 address. |
AAAA (IPv6 Address Record) | Maps a domain to an IPv6 address. |
CNAME (Canonical Name Record) | Creates an alias for another domain name, allowing multiple domain names to point to the same IP address. |
MX (Mail Exchange Record) | Directs email to mail servers. |
NS (Name Server Record) | Indicates which DNS server is authoritative for a particular domain and is responsible for managing DNS records. |
SOA (Start of Authority Record) | Contains administrative information about the domain, like the primary nameserver and zone update settings. |
TXT (Text Record) | Stores text information, often used for verification purposes. |
PTR (Pointer Record) | Resolves an IP address to a domain name for reverse DNS lookups. |
CAA Record (Certification Authority Authorization) | Specifies which Certificate Authorities are allowed to issue security certificates for the domain. |
SRV (Service Record) | Defines the location of services for a domain, such as for VoIP or messaging services. |
The DNS cache (also known as DNS resolver cache) is a temporary storage on your device (like your computer or phone) that keeps track of your visited websites. It stores the domain names and their associated IP addresses for a certain period of time.
When you visit a website, your device saves its address in the cache so that the next time you visit, it can quickly retrieve the information without needing to perform a full DNS lookup again. This helps speed up browsing and reduces the time spent searching for website addresses.
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The Difference Between DNS A and AAAA Records | Understand the key differences between A records and AAAA records and when to use them. |
Managing DNS Records of a domain in cPanel | This article explains how to access and configure DNS records directly in cPanel for seamless domain management. |
DNS Propagation | Find out what DNS propagation is, why it takes time, and tips to minimize delays for faster DNS updates. |
If you want to learn more about DNS or have any questions about hosting and control panels, check out our knowledgebase
Yes, DNS can affect websites. It translates domain names into IP addresses, and if the DNS lookup is slow, it can delay website loading.
The refresh interval for DNS records can vary depending on the DNS client's and server's configuration. By default, DNS clients with static IP addresses attempt to update their DNS resource records every 24 hours.
Yes, you can change your DNS records anytime through your domain registrar or DNS hosting provider's control panel. However, remember that changes may take some time to propagate across the internet.
DNS spoofing, also known as cache poisoning, occurs when a hacker enters fake information into a DNS server. This can send users to harmful or fake websites instead of the ones they want to visit, leading to phishing attacks or the theft of personal information.
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