What is the domain name system (DNS)?

Ask a New Question « Previous | Home | Next » [ First | Last | Q List ] What is the domain name system (DNS)? Question 5 of 7 The domain name system (DNS) enables each machine connected on the Internet to be recognized by a domain name. Every computer on the Internet has a unique IP (Internet protocol) address which consists of a string of numbers. Since the IP addresses can be difficult to remember, the DNS allows a familiar string of letters (the "domain name") to be used instead of the IP address. So instead of typing the IP address' arcane string of numbers you can type, for example, "www.espn.com." « Previous | Home | Next » [ First | Last | Q List ] Reply     Sponsored Links   For more up-to-date information about registration and web hosting, visit the HostPapi Domain registration and web hosting blog. Below is a list of the most recent domain registration and web hosting topics being discussed. Domain Names & Web Hosting Blog How To Combine Social Networking Sites Into One... 199 Domain Name Registration... Dedicated Servers Vs Virtual Dedicated Server Hosting... Dedicated Hosting Can Save You Money... Dedicated Hosting The Cost Effective Way... How To Establish A Web Presence... Online File Folder Access Your Files Anywhere... How To Combine Social Networking Sites Into One... How To Start A Blog The Easy Way... Social Website Builder... 10 Reasons To Renew Your Domain Name On Time... Renew Your Domain Name Before It's Too Late... Free Web Hosting... Make Money Selling Domain Names... How To Establish A Web Presence... Find Out Who Owns A Domain Name... Buy A Domain With Paypal... How To Establish A Web Presence... Geocities Web Hosting Service Is Closing... What Is A Blogcast?...