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DNS Lookup Tool
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DNS Record Types
| Record Type | Description | Common Use |
|---|---|---|
| A | Maps a domain to an IPv4 address | Website hosting, server identification |
| AAAA | Maps a domain to an IPv6 address | IPv6-enabled hosting and services |
| CNAME | Creates an alias pointing to another domain | Subdomains, CDN integration |
| MX | Specifies mail servers for the domain | Email delivery configuration |
| NS | Specifies nameservers for the domain | DNS delegation, domain control |
| TXT | Holds text information for various purposes | SPF, DKIM, domain verification |
| SOA | Start of Authority - contains domain administrative info | Domain management, DNS caching control |
| PTR | Maps an IP address to a domain name (reverse DNS) | Email server verification, IP identification |
| SRV | Specifies location of services | VoIP, XMPP, SIP services |
| CAA | Specifies which Certificate Authorities can issue certificates | SSL/TLS certificate issuance control |