kdig:tldr:e2f0c

kdig: Lookup the IP(s) associated with a hostname (A records).

kdig

$ kdig ${example-com}

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The command "kdig" is a DNS (Domain Name System) diagnostic tool. It is often used as an alternative to the more commonly known "dig" command, offering additional features and options.

The specific command you provided, "kdig ${example-com}", is using a variable ("${example-com}") that represents a domain name. However, the syntax used is incorrect as it seems to be a combination of bash variable and shell syntax, which may not work as intended.

Normally, the "kdig" command is used to query DNS information for a specific domain name. For example, to query the DNS records for the domain "example.com", you would use the following command:

kdig example.com

This command will send a DNS query to the configured DNS server and retrieve the DNS records associated with the specified domain name.

Keep in mind that you need to have the "kdig" utility installed on your system to use this command. If it is not installed, you may have to install it before using the "kdig" command. The installation process may vary depending on your operating system.

This explanation was created by an AI. In most cases those are correct. But please always be careful and never run a command you are not sure if it is safe.

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