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A quick guide to DNS records

When you dive into the Internet adventure, Domain Name System (DNS) will become your work environment, and DNS records, your constant tools to reach different purposes.

What are DNS records for?

DNS records are text files, and they hold important details related to a domain and its configuration. DNS records also contain critical instructions for name servers (DNS servers) about how to handle different aspects of the domain. There are multiple types of DNS records. Each follows a different purpose. In some cases, they combined can complement each other and work together to reach a common objective.

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