Multicast DNS
Multicast DNS Protocol
Detection Information
The following page provides information on the Multicast DNS Protocol.
Protocol Description
The Multicast Domain Name System (mDNS) provides a way for systems to resolve hostnames on a small network even when a local DNS server does not exist. Some types of media services and printers use mDNS for auto-discovery on a local network.
Abbreviation
mDNS
Introduced
Version 2.88
Port Statistics
| IP Protocol | Flow Percent |
|---|---|
| UDP 5353 | 100% |
Port Reference - RFC
- UDP 5353 - Multicast DNS
Category
Networking
External Resources
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