Uploaded December 2024 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
In this video, I share my three favorite Linux commands that I use daily: dig, whois, and ping. I demonstrate how I use dig for DNS lookups and troubleshooting, including resolving hostnames, finding MX records, and using +trace for in-depth DNS debugging. Then, I explore the whois command for gathering domain and IP address information, including registration details and server locations. Finally, I explain how ping helps diagnose network connectivity and DNS issues quickly and efficiently. These commands are simple yet powerful tools for any Linux user.
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//CHAPTERS:
Intro - 00:00
dig - 00:15
dig +mx - 00:58
dig +-trace - 01:53
whois domains - 03:45
whois ip address - 04:33
ping ip address - 05:45
ping hostname - 06:31
Outro - 07:27
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This video is for educational purposes only.
#linux #whois #ping #dig
In this video, I share my three favorite Linux commands that I use daily: dig, whois, and ping. I demonstrate how I use dig for DNS lookups and troubleshooting, including resolving hostnames, finding MX records, and using +trace for in-depth DNS debugging. Then, I explore the whois command for gathering domain and IP address information, including registration details and server locations. Finally, I explain how ping helps diagnose network connectivity and DNS issues quickly and efficiently. These commands are simple yet powerful tools for any Linux user.
//NO BS PODCAST HOSTING
🟡 Yellowball is a no BS podcast hosting service that I built and run. Whether you're looking to start a podcast, import an existing one, or just want to learn more, head over to https://yellowball.fm.
//IN THE SHELL PODCAST
In the Shell is a podcast I host that tells stories of hackers, malware, and the people who shaped tech. You can head over to intheshellpodcast.com to see the different ways to listen.
//SUPPORT THE CHANNEL:
☕ There's no obligation, but if you want to support the channel and what I create, click the link below to buy me a coffee, so I can stay awake while researching topics for future videos.
support.sideofburritos.com
//LINKS REFERENCED IN VIDEO:
sideofburritos.com/blog/my-three-favorite-linux-commands
//NEWSLETTER SIGNUP:
sideofburritos.com/newsletter
//MOBILE PRIVACY GUIDE
sideofburritos.com/docs/setup-guides/mobile-privacy
//CHAPTERS:
Intro - 00:00
dig - 00:15
dig +mx - 00:58
dig +-trace - 01:53
whois domains - 03:45
whois ip address - 04:33
ping ip address - 05:45
ping hostname - 06:31
Outro - 07:27
//DISCLAIMER:
This video is for educational purposes only.
#linux #whois #ping #dig
