DNS record

[/ˌdiː.ɛn.ˈɛs ˈrɛkɔːrd/]
nounmasculinepl: DNS records
registro DNS
1. A database entry that maps a domain name to an IP address or other resource information, used by the Domain Name System to resolve internet addresses
The DNS record for example.com points to the web server's IP address.
O registro DNS para exemplo.com.br aponta para o endereço IP do servidor web.
2. A specific type of record within the DNS system, such as A, MX, CNAME, or TXT records, each serving different purposes
You need to update your MX DNS record to change your email provider.
Você precisa atualizar seu registro DNS MX para mudar seu provedor de email.
In Brazil and Portugal, DNS records are a fundamental concept in web hosting and IT infrastructure. While the term 'DNS record' is often used untranslated in technical contexts, 'registro DNS' is the standard translation used in formal documentation, educational materials, and among non-specialist Portuguese speakers. This reflects the global nature of internet technology and the influence of English in IT terminology across Portuguese-speaking communities.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
DNS entrydomain recordname server record

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
registro DNS
Standard term used in technical documentation and IT professionals
Portugal
registo DNS
Portuguese variant spelling of 'registro'
Technical Communities
DNS record (often used in English)
Frequently used untranslated in technical discussions across Brazil and Portugal

Related Words

DNSdomain nameIP addressA recordMX recordCNAME recordTXT recordnameserver

Related Idioms & Phrases

update DNS records
propagate DNS records
resolve DNS records
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