Today, the Domain Name System (DNS) is one of the most business-critical applications. The Internet in its current form could not be implemented without DNS. Any company using the Internet, be it to exchange e-mails, to acquire information, or to transact e-commerce, needs a functioning DNS service. With the expansion of the Internet, the demands made on DNS have grown, as well, such as the interaction with DHCP servers and the resulting security aspects. In this course, the implementation of BIND 9 is carried out, a view is taken on the DNS architecture, and the conventional name server concepts are presented. After the course, the participants will have acquired a profound knowledge of the functions and options of application of BIND 9. Moreover, they will have the know-how required to independently configure a DNS server. In addition, the participants will be able to carry out systematic troubleshooting in the case of faults.
Course Contents
• DNS Concepts
• BIND 9
• Configuration of a DNS Server
• Master/Slave
• Zone Files
• Resource Records
• Dynamic DNS
• ENUM Concept
• DNS Security
• Troubleshooting
Detailed Table of Contents
In this course of the ExperTeach Networking series, each student will receive the comprehensive ExperTeach course documentation.
Target Group
The course is designed for administrators and technicians who configure DNS servers under BIND 9. Moreover, it addresses designers and consultants who wish to acquire a profound know-how on BIND implementation.
Knowledge Prerequisites
To gain optimum profit from the course, participants should have a good know-how of TCP/IP. This knowledge can be acquired by attending the TCP/IP course. Knowledge of UNIX/Linux systems will also be helpful.
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