DNS HostingMost people do not understand what DNS hosting is and why it is important. DNS is comparable to a giant phone book. Simply put, this server, service, or system will take the actual domain name and translate it into the language the Internet understands, an I.P address. In short, it is an effective methodology for the Internet to obtain, translate, and gain an understanding of the information that is being requested or sent. For the most part there is no reason to worry too much about your DNS service – it is invisible to most end users and website developers. It is important if you want to do advanced development with your web hosting. Access to your DNS setting can be very important if you want to have multiple email accounts that all feed into one account. To make changes to your email or the routing of your email, you need to have access to your MX records. Most of the access to your DNS setting happen through your domain name registrar. Most people think that finding the cheapest domain name registration is the way to go. Although many discount domain registrars are fine, many are very difficult to deal with and can hold your domain name hostage. Make sure you choose a domain name registrar that allows you access to your DNS settings, especially your MX records. If you choose a discount web-hosting provider that offers a free domain name with their hosting, be sure to check with their customer support and make sure you own the domain name and can take it with you if you change hosting companies. Also, confirm you can make changes to your MX records as well.
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