Domain Naming System (DNS) (noun)
From Word Notes by N2K Networks
March 17, 2026 · 10 min · Season 3 · Episode 126
About this episode
This episode discusses the Domain Naming System (DNS) and its role in translating URLs to IP addresses.
Please enjoy this encore of Word Notes. A system that translates text-based URLs to their underlying numerical IP addresses. CyberWire Glossary link: https://thecyberwire.com/glossary/domain-name-system-dns Audio reference link: HistoryHeard. “History Heard: Paul Mockapetris.” YouTube, YouTube, 5 Apr. 2009. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Topics covered
- Domain Naming System
- DNS
- Internet infrastructure
- IP addresses
- Technology
Keywords
- DNS
- Domain Naming System
- IP addresses
- URLs
- Internet
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: N2K Networks, YouTube, CyberWire
Books & works: History Heard: Paul Mockapetris
More episodes of Word Notes
- ZTNA (noun) · June 9, 2026 · 7 min
- GDPR (noun) · June 2, 2026 · 7 min
- ChatGPT (noun) · May 26, 2026 · 9 min
- Man-in-the-Middle (noun) · May 19, 2026 · 6 min
- NIST (Noun) · May 12, 2026 · 6 min
- CIRT (noun) · May 5, 2026 · 7 min
Explore listener stats, chart rankings, contacts and more on the Word Notes podcast page.