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DNS Lookup

Step-by-step resolution process for `stripchat.com`.

Definition​

A DNS lookup is the overall process of translating a domain name into its IP address: resolver - root - TLD - authoritative server - final answer.

Why it matters​

  • Pinpoints failures: Knowing each hop helps identify whether blocks occur at root, TLD, or ISP resolver.
  • Optimization: Measuring lookup time reveals whether you should switch resolvers for faster Stripchat loads.
  • Education: Understanding lookups makes it easier to explain bypass techniques to users.

Workflow​

  1. Run dig +trace stripchat.com to view each hop.
  2. Compare results with a VPN active vs inactive to gauge ISP interference.
  3. Log lookup durations in monitoring tools to detect anomalies.