Which type of DNS record is used to map a host name to an IPv4 address?

The correct answer is D. A record. An A (Address) record is used in the Domain Name System (DNS) to associate a domain name (hostname) with an IPv4 address. This record translates a user-friendly domain name into the corresponding numerical IP address, allowing browsers and other applications to locate and connect

Submitted by manish99· Mar 5, 2026IP Services

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AMX record
BCNAME record
CAAAA record
DA record

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A
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B
7% (2)
C
3% (1)
D
87% (26)

Explanation

An A (Address) record is used in the Domain Name System (DNS) to associate a domain name (hostname) with an IPv4 address. This record translates a user-friendly domain name into the corresponding numerical IP address, allowing browsers and other applications to locate and connect to the correct server.

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#DNS#A record#IPv4 mapping#DNS record types

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