Was macht ein Domain Name Server?
Das Domain Name System (DNS) ist einer der wichtigsten Dienste in vielen IP-basierten Netzwerken. Seine Hauptaufgabe ist die Beantwortung von Anfragen zur Namensauflösung. Das DNS funktioniert ähnlich wie eine Telefonauskunft.
Wo ist der DNS?
Ein als Resolver agierender DNS-Server befinden sich lokal auf einem Computer oder auch als Server-Funktion in einem Router im lokalen Netzwerk. Der in der IP-Konfiguration eingetragene DNS-Server ist demnach ein solcher DNS-Resolver.
How are nameservers used in the Domain Name System?
As you’re probably aware, every device connected to the internet can be identified using a unique IP address. Nameservers are part of a large database called the Domain Name System (DNS), which acts like a directory for devices and the IP addresses attached to them.
How do I change my domain name nameserver?
To change your nameservers, you’ll need to use the interface at the domain registrar where you purchased your domain name. For example, here’s what it looks like to change the nameservers at a domain registered through Google Domains. You can see that the domain is originally configured to use the Google Domains nameservers:
Who is responsible for registering a domain name?
Domain name registrations are overseen by an organization called ICANN (Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers). ICANN specifies which domain name extensions are available and keeps a centralized database of where the domain names point to.
How does a domain name work for a website?
Domain names work by acting as a shortcut to the server that hosts your website. Without a domain name, anyone who wanted to visit your website would have to enter the full IP address. But the problem is that an IP address is difficult for people to memorise or to include on advertising materials.