The Domain Name System (DNS) is a naming system used with networks and the Internet that translates computer host names into IP addresses. It is useful to know your DNS setting when reporting network or Internet issues to the HelpDesk.

Mac: Finding your DNS setting(s)

1. Go in to System Preferences
2. In the Internet & Wireless section, click Network
   
3. Select Wi-Fi Connected → Advanced
   
4. Click the DNS tab to find the DNS Servers
   

Windows: Finding your DNS setting(s)

1. Click Start → Run
   
2. For Open, type “cmd” (without the quotes), and then click OK
   
3. Type “ipconfig /all” (without the quotes), press Enter, and then scroll down to DNS Servers
   

Updated: 3/4/2021