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  5. Introduction

Introduction

ProBIND3 is a web application designed for managing the DNS zones for one or more servers running the ISC BIND DNS server software. It works best for companies that need to manage a medium-sized pool of domains across a set of servers.

The application has been written using Laravel framework. It stores its data in a database (see Laravel Database Backend) and generates configuration files for BIND on-demand.

What ProBIND3 Is

ProBIND3 is meant to be a time-saving tool for busy administrators, aiding in managing the configuration of DNS zones across multiple servers. It is intended for use by those already familiar with the components of a DNS zone file and who understand DNS concepts and methods.

This software acts as a configuration repository to help keep zones well-maintained and has several helping tools to ensure that common DNS issues are minimized.

What ProBIND3 Is Not

  • Although ProBIND3 uses a database to store zone data, it is not a replacement backend for ISC BIND. ProBIND3 merely creates the proper zone files for use with the default configuration method of BIND. If you are looking for a live SQL backend for ISC BIND, this is not one.

  • ProBIND3 is not a tool for those unfamiliar with DNS concepts. It assumes you know the differences between a CNAME and an A record. It also assumes you know about SOA records, what a lame server is, and what glue is.

  • ProBIND3 is not the ultimate solution to DNS management. It fits the needs of those who develop it, and it is hoped that others will also find it useful.