Which of the following dns records is used to point to a mai - 220-1201 CompTIA A+ Core 1 Practice Questions
Question
Which of the following DNS records is used to point to a mail server?
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Explanation
Correct answer is D. MX (Mail Exchange).
An MX (Mail Exchange) record is a type of DNS record that specifies the mail server responsible for receiving emails on behalf of a domain. It directs email traffic to the appropriate mail servers based on priority.
Explanation of other options:
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TXT: A TXT record is used to associate arbitrary text with a domain, often for verification purposes or to provide information like SPF (Sender Policy Framework) records.
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AAA: An AAAA record maps a domain name to an IPv6 address, not a mail server.
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A: An A record maps a domain name to an IPv4 address, typically used for web hosting or other services, but not specifically for mail servers.
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