When a user specifies a domain name, a ____ translates the domain name to its associated IP address so data can route to the correct computer.
A) URL client
B) DNS client
C) URL server
D) DNS server

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DNS (Domain Name System) is responsible for translating domain names to IP addresses. DNS servers store information about domain names and their associated IP addresses, so when a user enters a domain name into their web browser, the DNS server can provide the correct IP address to route data to the intended computer.

When a User Specifies a Domain Name, a ____ Translates