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30, Aug 2023
Get familiar with DNS propagation

In the vast landscape of the internet, where websites and services are just a click away, lies a behind-the-scenes process that plays a crucial role in connecting users to their desired online destinations. This process is known as DNS propagation. While it might sound technical and daunting, understanding DNS propagation can demystify the mechanics of website accessibility and help you troubleshoot issues more effectively. In this article, we’ll delve into the world of DNS propagation, breaking down its significance, how it works, and what you need to know.

What is DNS propagation?

DNS, or Domain Name System, is like the internet’s phonebook. It translates user-friendly domain names (e.g., www.example.com) into IP addresses that computers use to identify each other. When you type a URL into your browser’s address bar, your computer queries DNS servers to obtain the IP address associated with that domain. This process enables your browser to locate and load the requested website.

How DNS Propagation Affects Website Visitors

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24, Aug 2023
All you need to know about GeoDNS

GeoDNS is a powerful tool that enables organizations to optimize their online presence and enhance user experiences by directing users to specific servers based on their geographical location. In this article, we will explain in detail what it is, how it works and its benefits. So, let’s start!

Understanding GeoDNS

At its core, the Domain Name System (DNS) is responsible for translating human-readable domain names into IP addresses, allowing computers to locate resources on the Internet. GeoDNS takes this a step further by incorporating geolocation data to intelligently route user requests to the nearest or most appropriate server. This means that a user accessing a website from Asia might be directed to a server in Singapore, while a user from Europe might be directed to a server in Frankfurt, all within the same domain.

Why should you get a Traffic Director/GeoDNS?

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2, Jun 2023
Authoritative DNS server explained for beginners

Have you ever wondered how your web browser is able to find the correct website you want to visit, despite the countless domains out there? The answer lies in the Domain Name System (DNS), a crucial system that helps translate human-readable domain names into machine-readable IP addresses. Within the DNS infrastructure, Authoritative DNS servers play a key role. In this blog post, we will explain Authoritative DNS servers and shed light on their significance for beginners.

What is DNS?

Before diving into Authoritative DNS servers, let’s have a quick overview of DNS itself. The Domain Name System is like the internet’s phone book, linking domain names (e.g., www.example.com) to their corresponding IP addresses (e.g., 192.164.0.1). This translation happens behind the scenes when you enter a domain name in your browser’s address bar.

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23, Aug 2022
What does Private DNS server mean?

Today we will explore the Private DNS server. This is one really important component for your network business security. But first, let’s explain what DNS server means.

DNS server: What does it imply?

To start explaining what a Private DNS server is, let’s see what does DNS (Domain Name System) server means briefly. In 1983 it was created, and 3 years later, it became one of the original Internet Standards. It is a part of the DNS resolution process. That means it helps to translate human-friendly URLs into computer-friendly IP addresses. So, it turns clearwire.ie to 185.138.164.55 and vice versa.

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27, Jul 2022
DNS outage – Definition and Details

DNS outage is the time when your Domain Name System goes down for any reason (your nameservers are hit, overloaded, etc. ), and the server can’t resolve your domain name to its IP address. The first step in entering a website is to resolve the DNS. Without it, the browser won’t know where your website is located, and it won’t be able to find its content. In addition, visitors who want to access your domain will see an error message and cannot access your site.

How to avoid DNS downtime?

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