Internet Domain Name System explained

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The Internet Domain Name System is highly technical and hard to understand for the average person, so in the above linked page experts explain in everyday language how it works.

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This is for you, who always wanted or needed to know how Internet names really work. The Internet Domain Name System (DNS) is a fascinating technology; almost all Internet applications make use of it. After reading this you will not suddenly have become a DNS expert, but you will have an understanding of how the DNS works and you should be able to distinguish a real DNS expert from a pretender.