What is a DNS SRV record, and when is it used?
When we use the internet, we rely on something called DNS (Domain Name System) to connect websites and services. One important part of DNS is the SRV record, which helps certain services…
How Do DNS Resolvers Prioritize IPv4 vs. IPv6?
The Domain Name System (DNS) is what helps translate website names (like google.com) into numerical IP addresses that computers understand. When a device requests a website, the DNS resolver determines whether to…
What are DNS glue records?
When setting up a website, domain names, and hosting, you may come across the term “DNS glue records.” If you’re not familiar with this, don’t worry. This article will explain what they…
How does DNS resolution work with multiple network interfaces?
When a computer or device connects to multiple networks at the same time, it has more than one network interface. These interfaces can be wired connections (Ethernet), wireless connections (Wi-Fi), or even…
What is an LLMNR, and how does it relate to DNS?
When it comes to computer networks, two important terms often come up: LLMNR (Link-Local Multicast Name Resolution) and DNS (Domain Name System). Both are used to resolve names to IP addresses, but…
What is a man-in-the-middle attack on DNS?
The internet is something we use every day without thinking about how it works. When you type a website’s name into your browser, your computer finds the right website by using a…