Every domain name, which is a part of the DNS system, has several DNS settings, also known as DNS records. In order for these DNS records to be kept, a DNS zone should be created. It contains all the records and settings (e.g SOA) of a domain name. It is correct for a domain name to have only one Master DNS zone, delegated to a specific DNS management host/service. You can have a Master DNS zone at ClouDNS and a Slave/Backup DNS zone at a different DNS provider or vice versa, etc.
DNS zone file
A DNS zone file is a key element in the Domain Name System, stored as a text file. It meticulously catalogs essential DNS records for a domain, including A, PTR, MX, CNAME records, etc. These records are fundamental in converting domain names into IP addresses. Additionally, the zone file is instrumental in the efficient management of various domain-related settings.
What DNS zone transfer and zone file are?
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