Knowledge base query

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  1. FedoraBot

    FedoraBot New Member

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    Why suggest using a CNAME for the minecraft server? Surely A names using a 14400 TTP would be much better.

    I'm referring to your knowledge base.
     
    #1 FedoraBot, Jun 9, 2014
  2. Bryan

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    CNAME is for aliasing a domain name to a hostname. A is for aliasing a domain name to an IP address.
     
    #2 Bryan, Jun 11, 2014
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  3. FedoraBot

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    Yes but, if you get the numerical IP for your server, by resolving, A name is a preferred choice.
     
    #3 FedoraBot, Jun 11, 2014
  4. Daniel

    Daniel Active Member
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    Both A and CNAME records are standard DNS records.

    By using a CNAME record, if the IP address of your HostHorde server changed, everything would still work properly and no changes would be required on your end.
     
    #4 Daniel, Jun 11, 2014
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