DNS Lookup

What is DNS Lookup?

DNS Lookup is the process of finding the IP address behind a website name. Think of it like looking up a phone number in a contact list. You type a friendly name like google.com, and DNS tells your computer the actual numeric address to connect to. Why It Matters Every time you visit a website, send an email, or use an app, a DNS Lookup happens in the background. Without it, you would have to remember long strings of numbers instead of simple names.

How It Works

When you enter a website address, your device asks a DNS server: "What is the IP address for this name?" The DNS server checks its records and replies with the correct address. Your device then uses that address to reach the website