Domain Name System (DNS)

• Internet Infrastructure
• Web Browsing
• Networking

The Domain Name System (DNS) is the internet’s phonebook, translating human-friendly domain names (like www.example.com) into machine-readable IP addresses (like 192.0.2.1), facilitating website access.

Problem it addresses

Remembering and entering numerical IP addresses for every website would be impractical for users. The complexity of network navigation needs to be simplified for ease of use and efficiency.

How it helps

DNS automates the process of IP address lookup, allowing users to access websites using easy-to-remember domain names. This not only enhances the user experience but also supports the scalability and functionality of the internet by managing millions of domain names and their corresponding IP addresses.