DNS is a domain name system that allows you to create a domain name for each computer on the network. You can create a DNS server using specialized software in any Windows system. If you have Windows Server 2008, then the installation can be done through the control panel.
Instructions
Step 1
Download the BIND program from the developer's official site. After the download is complete, unpack the resulting archive and run the BINDInstall.exe file. For convenience, specify the C: BIND path as the Targert Directory parameter, enter the username in the Service Account Name field, and the password in the Service Account Password. These items are filled in for security purposes. Click the Install button and wait for the installation to complete.
Step 2
Create a configuration file named.conf in the C: BINDetc directory and enter the server settings. You can also find the finished file on the Internet.
Step 3
After completing all the settings, restart your computer and launch the command line ("Start" - "All programs" - "Accessories" - "Command line"). Enter the query: nslookup If the DNS server is running, the configuration is complete.
Step 4
On computers with Windows Server installed, you can create DNS through the control panel. Select "Start" - "Control Panel" - "Administrative Tools" - "Server Management".
Step 5
On the left side of the window, expand the Server Manager tab and select the Roles object. On the right side of the panel, click Add Roles.
Step 6
In the Role Wizard that appears, select "DNS Server". Then follow the instructions of the wizard. Click "Install" and wait for the notification about the successful installation.
Step 7
To enter the server parameters, go to the management console ("Start" - "All Programs" - "Administrative Tools" - DNS). To open the setup wizard, select the name of your computer and click the "Actions" - "Configuration" menu item. Follow the onscreen instructions to enter the desired settings. At the end of the procedure Press the "Finish" key.
