05 How to Configure DNS Server on Windows Server 2016

 Certainly! Let’s walk through the steps to install and configure a DNS Server on Windows Server 2016:

1. Prerequisites:

   • Ensure your computer meets the following requirements:
     • A supported version of Windows Server.
     • A static IP address.
     • An account with Administrator privileges.

2. Installing DNS Server:

   • You can install the DNS Server role using either PowerShell or Server Manager:
     • PowerShell:
       • Open an elevated PowerShell session.
       • Run the following command:

         Install-WindowsFeature -Name DNS
         

     • Server Manager:
       • Open Server Manager from the Windows desktop.
       • Go to Manage > Add Roles and Features.
       • Follow the wizard to select the DNS Server role and install it.

3. Configuring DNS Server:

   • Once installed, configure the server:
     • Configure Interfaces:
       • By default, the DNS server listens for requests on all IP address interfaces.

4. Additional Considerations:

   • If you’re setting up DNS in conjunction with Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS), consider integrating the DNS zone with the AD DS domain namespace.
   • You can also configure DNS forwarders to resolve external queries efficiently.

Remember, DNS is crucial for name resolution, translating domain names into IP addresses. If you have any specific questions during the configuration process, feel free to ask! 😊🚀

For more detailed information, you can refer to the Microsoft Learn guide.1