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What is the purpose of a Domain Name System (DNS) Server in networking?
CUET (UG) - 2024
CUET (UG)
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Jan 16, 2026
To encrypt data during transmission
To convert domain names into IP addresses
To regulate network traffic flow
To establish a secure connection between devices
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B
Solution and Explanation
DNS servers convert domain names to IP addresses, enabling website access via names instead of numerical IPs.
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