Domain Name System
The Internet Domain Name System (DNS) is a critical component of the Internet infrastructure. The DNS associates user-friendly domain names (e.g., www.ntia.doc.gov) with the numeric network addresses (e.g., 170.110.225.155) required to deliver information on the Internet, making the Internet easier for the public to navigate.
NTIA is the Executive Branch expert on issues relating to the DNS and supports a multi-stakeholder approach to the coordination of the DNS to ensure the long-term viability of the Internet as a force for innovation and economic growth.
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First Quarterly Report on the Transition of the Stewardship of the Internet Assigned Numbers Authority (IANA) Functions
The attached report provides background on the Internet domain name system (DNS) and NTIA’s role, the Internet Assigned Numbers Authority (IANA) functions, NTIA’s call for a transition proposal, status of the multi-stakeholder community’s efforts in response, and next steps. The report covers activities through January 31, 2015. NTIA will update this report on a quarterly basis.
Remarks by Assistant Secretary Strickling at the State of the Net Conference 1/27/2015
Remarks by Lawrence E. Strickling
Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information
State of the Net Conference
Washington, DC
January 27, 2015
—As prepared for delivery—
NTIA’s Role in Root Zone Management
Below is a slide presentation outlining NTIA’s role in the management of the Internet’s root zone file, which includes the authoritative listing of information related to all top-level domains (TLDs), and the root WHOIS database, a separate database that contains contact information associated with each TLD and other registry information.