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Spring 2020 Learning Sessions

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Lynn will be sharing the work that she has done in creating a local DNS server using DNSMasq. DNS (Domain Name Service) is key to not only getting anywhere on the internet (people think in names, not IP addresses) but also on your local network (with IPv6, DNS is your friend).

Bring a laptop or similar device and we'll put the DNS server to the test.

Afterword, we will go out for a beer/coffee.

Thu, Nov 23, 2023
6:30pm - 8:00 pm

NetSIG is a Special Interest Group focused on computer networking. Building networks for Today and Tomorrow! We will be meeting virtually and in person at the Quality Foods Small Boardroom at Eagle Ridge in View Royal. Online... https://meet.vinnythegeek.ca/netsig

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