Enterprise IT: Understanding DNS and DHCP Servers
No matter how you use the network, one thing is evident: the flow and transfer is paramount. DNS (Domain Name System) servers sits in the space between us and computers to help push their communication. DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) is a network management protocol used to dynamically assign an Internet Protocol (IP) address to any device, or node, on a network so they can communicate using IP. Knowing what these systems can do and how they interact with other systems will ensure that you are always aware of your network’s environment, what can affect it, and what is needed to optimize your network infrastructure’s potential.