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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Remarks by Assistant Secretary Strickling at the State of the Net Conference 1/27/2015
Remarks by Lawrence E. Strickling
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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.
Remarks by Assistant Secretary Strickling at the PLI/FCBA Telecommunications Policy & Regulation Institute
Remarks by Lawrence E. Strickling
Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information
PLI/FCBA Telecommunications Policy & Regulation Institute
Washington, DC
December 4, 2014
--As prepared for delivery--