| Record | Purpose | Example Use |
|---|---|---|
| A Record | Links domain to an IP | example.com → 192.0.2.1 |
| CNAME | Aliases one domain to another | www.example.com → example.com |
| MX Record | Directs email servers | mail.example.com (Priority 10) |
⚠️ Avoid CNAME for root domains—use A records instead.
