In this detailed guide, we will look at how to implement DNS split-brain policies in an Active Directory environment. Creating a split-brain DNS setup is crucial for managing different DNS responses based on whether the request is internal or external. This can help streamline network traffic, improve security, and ensure that internal and external users…
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In this article, we shall discuss how to fix Synology NAS Quick connect is not enabled issue. Here is a similar issue “Synology NAS Domain Join: The Importance of DNS Configuration“. When you encounter the error message “Quick connect is not enabled” and your DNS server is turned off. This will lead to issues in…
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In this article, we shall discuss the issues you could face when performing a Synology NAS Domain Join: The Importance of DNS Configuration. DNS configuration ensures that devices on a network can communicate with each other and access external resources on the internet. This enables devices to locate servers and services by their domain names,…
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Setting up a standalone DNS server is a fundamental step in managing network resources efficiently. While numerous DNS servers exist, customizing your own ensures tailored control and enhanced security. In this guide, we’ll delve into the installation and configuration of DNS servers on Windows Server platforms, streamlining the process for seamless implementation. Please see how…
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In this article, we will explore why it is advisable not use Public DNS in Prod: Change DNS Server in Windows. Many of us have experienced the convenience of quickly entering 8.8.8.8 as the DNS when we need to test internet connectivity or can’t recall our ISP’s DNS. Please, see steps to Fixing AIX Veeam…
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In this guide, I will cover how to setup a Third-Party DNS Server on a Linux Server. Leveraging Linux for your Internet services not only provides you with stability but is also financially sensible due to Linux’s minimal cost. For a wide range of reasons, people are beginning to use Linux as their Internet servers….
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Domain Naming System over TLS, or DoT, is an encrypted DNS protocol. It is seen as a viable alternative to DNS over HTTPS. In this article, we shall discuss “Domain Naming System: Enabling DNS over TLS in Windows 11”. DNS traffic in DoH is simply another HTTPS data stream over port 443. On the other…
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What would a world without Domain Name System be like? Just imagine you want to order your favorite McDonald’s cheese or chicken burger online and you must type some numbers in the browser before doing so, and it even gets worse if you don’t remember the number you need to type in order to complete…
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Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS) uses Domain Name System (DNS) name resolution services to make it possible for clients to locate domain controllers and for the domain controllers that host the directory service to communicate with each other. AD DS enables easy integration of the Active Directory namespace into an existing DNS namespace. Features such as Active Directory-integrated…
Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS) uses Domain Name System (DNS) name resolution services to make it possible for clients to locate domain controllers and for the domain controllers that host the directory service to communicate with each other. AD DS enables easy integration of the Active Directory namespace into an existing DNS namespace. Features such as Active Directory-integrated…
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A cache-only dns server (also known as a resolver) queries for information from other servers and stores the result of such queries in a memory cache for future use. This is a useful exercise in the event of repeating a request for a second time; a second (& similar) query will return a result in…
When this error message pops up, users are unable to sign-in to their devices in the domain. “We can’t sign you with this credential because your domain isn’t available. Make sure your device is connected to your organization’s network and try again. If you previously signed in on this device with another credential, you can…
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A DNS query (also known as a DNS request) is a demand for information sent from a user’s computer (DNS client) to a DNS server. When prompted with the following error as shown below. In this guide, I will show you how to fix “the following error occurred when DNS was queried for the service…
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