DNS (Domain Name Server)

The DNS, or Domain Name Server, is the program that converts Internet host names (such as www.rebel.com) into IP addresses (such as 192.168.42.12).

Your NetWinder can act as a DNS if you wish. If you would rather get your DNS service from a different machine, you can disable the NetWinder's DNS service.

If you click the word Configure next to the DNS line, you will be taken to the DNS configuration page, which is described later, in the chapter on Network Settings.