DNS name

[Michael Kjorling]

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There are two ways:

(1) Use a real name lookup tool, like dig.

(2) Set up proper reverse DNS for the IP address.


Michael Kjörling


On Oct 4 2001 07:45 -0500, Pons, Eric wrote:

> I am running BIND 8.2.4 for linux and it runs just fine. My only
> question is: if I do an nslookup from a client machine I get the
> error "can't find server name for address x.x.x.x (x's = DNS IP).
> Then it resolves anyway but it says Server: unknown
> How do I provide a name for my DNS box? I looked through the FAQ
> and found nothing to be helpful. Any input would be very
> appreciated. Thanks.

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