Week7-Mastering-DNS-and-DHCP-in-Windows-Server
- 1. Mastering DNS and DHCP in Windows Server 2022 Rishabh Patel American National University Prof Faisal Abbas NET227-Window server 2022 March 22, 2025
- 2. Mastering DNS and DHCP in Windows Server 2022 This presentation will cover how to configure DNS and DHCP. DNS and DHCP are critical network services. We'll cover configurations and best practices. You will learn how to manage your network efficiently.
- 3. Understanding DNS Definition DNS translates domain names to IP addresses. It allows users to access resources using names. Human- friendly names are easier to remember. Key Function It is the backbone of Internet communication. DNS enables communication by mapping hostnames to IP Addresses.
- 4. DNS Record Types A/AAAA Records Map domain names to IPv4/IPv6 addresses. CNAME Record Creates aliases for domain names. MX Record Specifies mail servers for email delivery. TXT Record Stores text-based information. Often used for SPF and DKIM records.
- 5. DNS Zone Types Forward Lookup Zone Resolves domain names to IP addresses. Reverse Lookup Zone Resolves IP addresses to domain names. Primary Zone The main zone to read and write. Secondary Zone Read-only copy of the primary zone.
- 6. Configuring DNS Install DNS Role Use Server Manager to add the DNS server role. Create Forward Lookup Zone Create a new forward lookup zone. Add Host (A) Record Add an A record to map a hostname to an IP address.
- 7. Understanding DHCP Definition DHCP assigns IP addresses automatically. DORA Process Discovery, Offer, Request, Acknowledgment.
- 8. DHCP Server Configuration Install DHCP Role Create DHCP Scope Define the IP address range. Set Scope Options Configure gateway, DNS, lease time.
- 9. DHCP Reservations & Failover Reservations Reserve specific IPs for devices. 1 Hot Standby Active/backup server setup. 2 Load Sharing Distribute load between servers. 3
- 10. DNS & DHCP Best Practices Secure DNS Implement DNSSEC for security. Enable DHCP Logging Enable DHCP logging to record the IP assignments for better management. Static vs. Dynamic IPs Use static IPs for servers, DHCP for clients.
- 11. Conclusion & Q&A We reviewed DNS and DHCP roles. Also, we covered configurations. We also talked about best practices in Windows Server 2022. Do you have any questions?
- 12. REFERENCE: Krause, J. (2023, May 26). Mastering Windows Server 2022 | Security | Paperback. Packt. https://www.packtpub.com/en- ec/product/mastering-windows-server-2022-9781837634507?