What is DNS and How Do I Point My Domain?

DNS (Domain Name System) is the phonebook of the internet. It translates human-readable domain names (like `vps-server.host`) into machine-readable IP addresses (like `192.0.2.1`).

Pointing Your Domain

To point your domain to your VPS, you need to create an A Record at your domain registrar or DNS provider.

1. Log in to your domain registrar's control panel.
2. Go to the DNS management section for your domain.
3. Create a new A Record.
4. Set the Host/Name to ` @ ` (for the root domain) or a subdomain (like `www`).
5. Set the Value/Points to field to your VPS IP address.
6. Save the record. DNS changes can take up to 24 hours to fully propagate worldwide.