Adding a DNS zone

A zone refers to a section of a domain for which the DNS server has the authority to perform lookups. Each zone contains records that specify how to translate the host names associated with the zone.

# Types of zones

DNS servers can contain sub-zones and arbitrary zones. DNS zones are divided into smaller zones called sub-zones whereas, the individual zones of authority within the DNS domain are known as arbitrary zones.

To add a DNS zone:

1. On the administrator Home page, in the Microsoft DNS area, click add zone. The DNS add zone form is displayed.

2. In the zone name text box, enter a name for the DNS zone.

3. Click add.

The list of DNS zones displays the new zone.