Computer Networks · Question 16 · Easy
What is the main job of DNS (Domain Name System)?
- Assigning IP addresses to hosts automatically
- Translating domain names such as example.com into IP addresses
- Encrypting web traffic
- Finding the MAC address for an IP address
Answer and explanation
Answer: B. Translating domain names such as example.com into IP addresses
Explanation: DNS resolves human-readable host names to IP addresses. Automatic address assignment is DHCP's job, and finding MAC addresses is ARP's job.
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