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220-1101 · Question #753

Which of the following DNS records is used to point to a mail server?

The correct answer is D. MX. An MX (Mail Exchange) record in DNS specifies the mail server responsible for accepting email messages on behalf of a domain. It is a vital component of the email delivery process, directing email to the correct server based on the domain part of the email address. Without proper

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Question

Which of the following DNS records is used to point to a mail server?

Options

  • ATXT
  • BAAA
  • CA
  • DMX

How the community answered

(25 responses)
  • A
    4% (1)
  • B
    4% (1)
  • D
    92% (23)

Explanation

An MX (Mail Exchange) record in DNS specifies the mail server responsible for accepting email messages on behalf of a domain. It is a vital component of the email delivery process, directing email to the correct server based on the domain part of the email address. Without properly configured MX records, a domain's email system cannot function correctly.

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#DNS#MX record#Email services

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