DNS_CACHE_TIMEOUT - UEC configuration option

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Jul 15, 2024
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Description

The DNS_CACHE_TIMEOUT option specifies the length of time (in seconds) to retain a resolved host name in DNS memory cache.

The DNS cache provides a performance enhancement in environments where the DNS system is slow to respond.

Usage

Method

Syntax

IBM i

HP NonStop

UNIX

Windows

z/OS

Command Line, Short Form

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Command Line, Long Form

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Configuration File Keyword

dns_cache_timeout seconds




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Value

seconds is the number of seconds to retain the host name in memory cache.

A value of 0 disables caching of host entries.

Default is 360.