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* Do you know what a DNS HINFO record is?

Suggested article: What is a HINFO record?

HINFO or Host Information record is a system information record that defines the hardware type and Operating System (OS) in use for a host.

This DNS record type is commonly used by application protocols (such as FTP) to communicate with computers with specific CPU and operating system types. However, these records are rarely used on public servers for security reasons.

DNS HINFO record format:

  • Type
  • TTL
  • Host
  • CPU
  • OS

HINFO record isn't the most commonly used DNS record type, but it is helpful to have it in some instances. Are you interested? Find out more about the HINFO record!