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Create a Caching-Only DNS Server

In this Hands-On Lab you will install and configure a DNS caching nameserver.<p> Then you will test that the server is working using several tools.<p> NOTE: The Hands-On Lab video's mention the LPI Certificate Level 2 Exam 2, but this Lab can be taken as a Stand-Alone Lab.

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Level

Intermediate

Duration

1h 30m

Published

Oct 24, 2019

Challenge

Install the DNS server software

Using the appropriate software, install the DNS server software.
Challenge

Explore the DNS configuration files

Have a look at the config files, check how they are pre-configured.
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Change the configuration (if needed) to ensure the DNS service is set to caching-only.

Change the configuration (if needed) to ensure the DNS service is set to caching-only.
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Enable and start the BIND name service

Start the DNS service and set it to start on system reboot.
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Test the caching-only name server using client tools

Using the appropriate tools, test the name server is working.

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Hands-on Labs are real environments created by industry experts to help you learn. These environments help you gain knowledge and experience, practice without compromising your system, test without risk, destroy without fear, and let you learn from your mistakes. Hands-on Labs: practice your skills before delivering in the real world.