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GPEN Exam - Question 46


When a DNS server transfers its zone file to a remote system, what port does it typically use?

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Correct Answer: A

When a DNS server transfers its zone file to a remote system, it typically uses port 53/TCP. While DNS queries are usually handled over UDP port 53, zone transfers require a reliable connection, which is why TCP is used.

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smart999
Dec 27, 2022

The answer is A, 53 UDP is used to perform domain name resolution

Anonymous
Sep 4, 2024

The answer is A