DNS & Hostname Explained: Setup, Public vs Private DNS, Windows & Linux Configuration

Ever wondered how DNS works behind the scenes? Or how hostnames connect everything together in both internal networks and the internet? In this video, we visually break down the key differences between internal and public DNS while taking you step by step through real-world examples! 🚀


00:00 Introduction
01:45 Understand Hostname
02:29 What is DNS
02:46 How Private or internal DNS work
03:15 DNS Types: Public vs Private or internal
03:47 How Public DNS work
06:49 DNS Record Overview
09:02 Example of setting Hostname and DNS on Windows using Active Directory
12:26 Example of setting Hostname and DNS on Linux using Active Directory

🔍 What You'll Learn:

The critical differences between internal and public DNS, CNAME A, NS RECORD

Discover how the DNS system transforms a web URL into an IP address by querying a series of servers—starting from the root to top level domain and all the way to the authoritative server—bringing the website directly to your device for seamless access!

How hostnames play a crucial role in navigating networks

Example of how configuration Hostname on Operating System (Linux, Windows) using Active Directory DNS.

An easy-to-follow guide on how DNS works, including record types like A, CNAME, and NS records
How to set up DNS and hostnames on both Windows and Linux

Whether you're an IT enthusiast or just curious about how the internet really works, this video is packed with insightful visuals and practical demos to get you up to speed. 🚀👨‍💻


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