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A DNS search is used with an IP address to determine the name and location from where a computer is functioning. In some cases, this search may also yield the name of the individual who is using the computer. This is a very easy search that any individual can commence and successfully complete.

An IP address, or “internet protocol” address, is a series of numbers assigned to a user through an internet service provider or similar service, not unlike a driver’s license. It is always active and is shown wherever you explore on the internet. An IP address can be located whenever a computer remotely logs onto an individual website, sends an e-mail, logs into an MMPG, or uses his or her account.

A DNS search is also handy if you need to verify what an employee has been doing with his or her time during working hours. You can use the DNS search to examine where the employee has been and find a list of recent searches.

If you wish to perform a DNS search, you can visit this website:
https://www.abika.com/forms/Verifyemailaddress.asp

This is a free service available to anyone who wishes to do a DNS search. Another excellent website with resources and offering an internal DNS search engine is: http://cgibin.erols.com/ziring/cgi-bin/nsgate/gate.pl

This website offers a number of resources including:
• Background information on DNS
• IP addresses
• How to search for them
• ICANN Registration

You can also find a number of handy tools, which will allow you to integrate your DNS searches and respond accordingly.

This last website is an additional resource but is a little more complicated in use compared to the other websites. It is mainly a general domain search, but will provide you with the necessary information you are searching for once you have provided the DNS information. http://www.amnesi.com/

Did you know you can search domain names to find out information about the owner? A reverse domain name server search uses this information to tell you the name and address of the person who owns the domain. There are various reasons why you might need to do this. One reason is if you want to purchase the domain, or attempt to purchase the domain from its current owner. Sometimes people will sell their domain if the price is right. Some people even go into business buying and selling domain names.

Or maybe you’ve got a question for the owner of a website but there is no contact information listed for them.  Or their contact information is incorrect. In that case, a reverse domain search can give you the details you need. WhoIs is the best place to search for the owner of a domain. Simply enter the domain name complete with its extension, and you’ll be shown who the owner is. Some people have private domains. Private domains are represented by other companies who serve as middleman. If you want to talk to the owner of the domain, you go through their proxy company.

This is actually a quite common practice, with identity theft on the rise.  Having your domain name privately registered only costs a few extra dollars a year and can save you a lot of hassle. You can still contact the owner of the domain if they are privately registered, you just can’t see their contact details. Their proxy company forwards your email to them. It’s an easy way for domain owners to protect their private information.

If you’ve got an IP address rather than a domain, you can search for the information related to it on sites like Reverse DNS Lookup and DNS Stuff.  These resources are free to use and can be just what you need to track down the contact information you’re looking for. If you are unable to find what you’re looking for using free tools, there are paid services and databases out there as well. Check sites like Intelius and Akiba if you’re interested in a paid search, as they represent some of the best available.