An Address (A) record in DNS is used to map the hostname of a computer to its numerical IPv4 address. This is essential for translating more readable domain names to the numerical addresses required for locating and identifying computer services and devices on the underlying network.
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What is DNS and why is it important?
How does an A record differ from a CNAME record?
What are some common uses of A records in networking?