The internet is full of resources that are stored across servers in various locations and accessible through Domain Names. These Domains are mapped to the location of data storage through the means of IP Addresses and this mapping is accomplished using a system of creating Resource Records called Domain Name System (DNS). The DNS for a Domain defines the location of the resource, relevant to the Domain, and is retrieved as the DNS resolution of the Domain happens. The DNS resolution starts when a user requests for a Domain at the browser and ends with either the web page on screen or a relevant error message.
Most Domain Registration providers offer DNS Management as a part of the Domain Management control panel, however, this used to be a chargeable service until not too long ago. Slowly the providers have realized that DNS Management service, is an integral part of the Domain and thus must be provided without a cost. Now, while it may look that DNS Management is necessarily a part of your Domain Registration, it is not necessarily that way. In fact, it is always suggested that the DNS Management should be configured with your hosting provider. This is since all your resources, for the Domain Name, is with the Hosting provider and therefore it is advisable that the DNS Management be done at the Hosting servers.
While there are quite a few DNS Management Records that can be added for a Domain Name, the most common are listed as below:
Address (A) Record:
This is the most basic of records and points a Domain to an IP Address. This record is used if the DNS Management provider and the Hosting provider for a Domain Name are 2 different companies.
Canonical Name (CNAME) Record:
These are records that are used as Domain aliases for multiple Domains. Like abc.in can be CNAME to abc.com, which will display the content of "http://www.abc.com" when a user request for "http://www.abc.in".
Mail Exchanger (MX) Records:
The MX record is useful for designating the servers that handle emails for a said Domain Name. So, if a user is sending an email to "abc@123.com", then the MX record will define the IP Address for the servers that is handling emails for 123.com, and the email process will proceed. Here is a sample photo of what godaddy.com dns management looks like.
Besides the above, there are following DNS resource records can be added for a Domain Name:
1. Nameserver Records
2. Text (TXT) Records
3. Service (SRV) records
4. Start of Authority (SOA) Records
While DNS Management be a bunch of a few records that associate Domain Names to IP Addresses, it is the backbone of the internet and is the core requirement for the smooth functioning of all internet services.
When you purchase a domain name like BuyGreatMovies.com and create a website featuring great movies, you will need to change your DNS records so that it will point correctly to the website that your customers will ultimately view in their browser.
You can always find more information on domain names from an article on essential tips to buying domain name, it gives great insight. If you need more information, that you cannot find on our website, please do not hesitate to contact us at info@smartchoicedomains.com
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