Dive deep into how DNS works and learn to diagnose common record-related issues. From interpreting A and AAAA responses to understanding TTL and propagation delays, these articles will equip you with the know-how to ensure your domain resolves quickly and correctly around the globe.
Even seasoned web admins trip over DNS lookup mistakes sometimes—DNS can be deceptively simple until something goes awry. In this guide, we’ll walk through the top five DNS lookup mistakes, share real-world “oops” stories (typos and all!), show you how…
Every time you type a URL into your browser, a quiet choreography happens behind the scenes: your request bounces through a hierarchy of DNS servers until it reaches the server that holds your website’s IP. The unsung hero in that…
DNS TTL (Time To Live) might sound like tech jargon reserved for networking nerds, but trust me, it’s one of the simplest levers you have to speed things up—no rocket science degree required. In this post, we’ll demystify TTL, explore…
Managing subdomains with CNAME records can feel like juggling flaming torches—exciting, powerful, but a slip-up can burn ya! In this guide, we’ll walk through what CNAME records are, why they’re awesome for subdomain routing, and most importantly, best practices to…
When it comes to speeding up your site, most of us focus on optimizing images, minifying CSS/JS, or leveraging a CDN. But have you ever paused to think about your DNS records? 🤔 It’s supeer surprising how much impact the…