Knowledge Base

Your Comprehensive Guide to DNS Security, Configuration, and Best Practices

The Domain Name System (DNS) is a critical component of internet infrastructure, enabling seamless navigation across the web. However, managing and securing DNS can be complex, with evolving threats, best practices, and configurations to consider. This knowledge base serves as a one-stop resource for everything DNS-related, from foundational concepts and server configurations to advanced security measures and industry insights. Whether you’re an IT professional, cybersecurity expert, or just getting started, you’ll find actionable guides, troubleshooting tips, and cutting-edge trends to help you optimize and protect your DNS infrastructure.

General DNS Information

• What is DNS? A Complete Guide to the Domain Name System

• DNS Record Types Explained

Configuring DNS

• How To Setup a BIND DNS Server

DNS Security

• Latest DNS Vulnerabilities & Exploits

• Top 10 DNS Attacks & How To Prevent Them

• Understanding DNSSEC & How To Implement It

• DNS Over HTTPS (DOH) vs. DNS Over TLS (DoT): Enhancing DNS Privacy

DNS Troubleshooting

• Common DNS Errors & How To Fix Them

• Using dig & nslookup for DNS Debugging

• DNS Propagation Delays Explained

DNS Availability

• How Anycast DNS Improves Availability

• Load Balancing Strategies for DNS

• DNS Failover Strategies

• Monitoring & Troubleshooting DNS Downtime

Industry Insights

• New Trends in DNS Security & Privacy

• RFC Updates & Their Impact on DNS

• Latest DNS Developments & Future Trends