Dynamic Dns - D-Link DIR-820L User Manual

The Dynamic DNS (DDNS) feature allows you to host a server (Web, FTP, Game Server, etc.) using a domain name that you have
purchased (www.whateveryournameis.com) with your dynamically assigned IP address. Most broadband Internet Service
Providers assign dynamic (changing) IP addresses. Using a DDNS service provider, your friends can enter in your domain name
to connect to your server regardless of your IP address.
Enable
Dynamic Domain Name System (DDNS) provides

Dynamic DNS:

you with a way to keep your domain name
linked to a changing IP Address. Check the box
to Enable DDNS.
Server
Select your DDNS provider from the drop-down
Address:
menu or enter the DDNS server address.
Host Name:
Enter the Host Name that you registered with
your DDNS service provider.
Username or
Enter the Username or key for your DDNS
Key:
account.
Password or
Enter the Password or key for your DDNS
Key:
account.
Timeout:
Enter a Timeout value (in hours).
Status:
Displays the current connection status.
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