How It Works: Root Server Operations

This session from the Root Server System Advisory Committee (RSSAC) will start with a brief overview of the Domain Name System (DNS), its history and what the root zone operators do. It will then cover the RSSAC and its recent activities including current work and recent publications. A few technical topics will be covered including a general explanation of the DNS and Anycast routing. The session is applicable to all audiences and no prerequisite technical expertise is necessary. - Session Leader: Andrew McConachie Staff Facilitator: Cathy Petersen