DNS for Dummies (Paperback)

by Blair Rampling (Author), David Dalan (Author) "Unless you have been living in a cave, you have probably heard about the Internet..." (more)
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Product Description
* Unique entry-level guide to Domain Name System (DNS), which translates Internet host names into IP addresses and is used with all Internet servers
* Shows how to install, configure, and troubleshoot DNS on both Windows and UNIX servers
* Helps people seeking technology certifications bone up on DNS theory, terminology, and architecture-a requirement in several popular exams
* Includes real-world examples based on the author's daily experience with both large and small networks

From the Back Cover
Set up and maintain DNS the fast and easy way

Find out how DNS works, solve client and server issues, and secure your system

It holds the Internet together, but if DNS makes you fall apart, help has arrived! This handy guide walks you through installing, configuring, and troubleshooting DNS on either a Windows- or Unix-based system. Whether you’re just curious or you plan to build your own DNS server, you’ll find the answers here. What’s more, you’ll understand them!

The Dummies Way

• Explanations in plain English
• "Get in, get out" information
• Icons and other navigational aids
• Tear-out cheat sheet
• Top ten lists
• A dash of humor and fun

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Product Details

• Paperback: 384 pages
• Publisher: For Dummies; 1 edition (December 2, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0764516833
• ISBN-13: 978-0764516832
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 7.6 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #55,894 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars DNS for DUmmies - Unveiled, March 31, 2008

By	W. Cruickshank "Handy Man" (Charlotte, NC) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This book pretty much unveiled the mysteries behind DNS. What used to seems like the science for only network engineers, now seem so easy to understand and practical.

If you are new to the world of networking, and want to do deeper, this book is a great launch pad.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Book, September 28, 2008

By	W. Fritz (Greenfield, MA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This is an excellent book for both beginners and those with some knowledge of DNS and how it works. It starts with the basics and includes how DNS relates to TCP/IP and the OSI model. It continues with setting up your DNS servers and troubleshooting. It continues on with more advanced concepts and security issues. All this is in a very readable format.

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars True to its name, April 7, 2008

By	Victor A. Rozumny "Vic Rozumny/vaporvic" (Charlotte, NC, USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I have read a few in the "Dummies" series and found them to be very good, but not as high level as the titles would suggest. This book is, however, very high level. It is very basic. If you know nothing about DNS, this is the book for you. If you have a basic understanding of DNS, then I would not recommend this book.