Dynamic Dns - D-Link DIR-850L User Manual

Section 3 - Configuration
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 no matter what your IP address is.
Enable Dynamic Domain Name System is a method of

Dynamic DNS:

keeping a 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 account.
Key:
Timeout: Enter a timeout time (in hours).
Status: Displays the current connection status.
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