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DNS Record Types

Understanding different DNS record types and what they're used for.

A Record

Maps a domain name to an IPv4 address. The most common DNS record type.

AAAA Record

Maps a domain name to an IPv6 address. Used for IPv6 networks.

MX Record

Mail exchange record. Specifies the mail servers for a domain.

NS Record

Nameserver record. Specifies which servers are responsible for a domain.

TXT Record

Text record. Contains text information like SPF, DKIM, and verification data.

CNAME Record

Canonical name record. Creates an alias for a domain.

SOA Record

Start of authority record. Contains zone information and refresh times.

PTR Record

Pointer record. Reverse DNS lookup, maps IP addresses to domain names.