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A record: Purpose & Details
The Domain Name System (DNS) is an interesting but hard (at the beginning) realm to access. Every detail within it matters and is the difference between being available on the Internet or not, working correctly or not. That is why understanding the A record’s purpose and details is very important.
What is a DNS record?
A DNS or Domain Name System record is a file containing specific instructions and information associated with a domain name. There are many DNS records, and they are stored in authoritative DNS servers. They all accomplish different purposes.
How DNS Propagation Affects Your Website
April 25, 2025
DNS, DNS records, Website
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Dante
DNS propagation is a crucial process that directly impacts the visibility and accessibility of your website across the internet. If you’ve ever changed your domain’s nameservers, updated DNS records, or moved to a new hosting provider, you’ve likely experienced it, even if you didn’t realize it at the time.
What Is DNS Propagation?
DNS propagation refers to the time it takes for DNS changes to be updated and reflected across the global network of DNS servers. When you make changes to your domain’s DNS settings, such as modifying A records, CNAME records, or MX records, those updates do not happen instantly. Instead, they need to be communicated and stored (or “cached”) by DNS servers worldwide. This process can take anywhere from a few minutes to up to 72 hours.
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