What are Name Servers?
Name Servers are the core part of the DNS (Domain Name System). They act like an internet address book — translating domain names (like porositweb.com) into numerical IP addresses (like 192.168.1.1) that computers can understand.
How does DNS work?
When you type a web address into your browser, this process occurs:
The browser asks the DNS server: "Where is porositweb.com located?"
The DNS server searches its database.
It finds the IP address (e.g., 104.21.55.123).
It sends the IP address back to the browser.
The browser connects to that IP address and loads the website.
This entire process happens in milliseconds — the user doesn't even notice it.
Why do Name Servers matter?
Name Servers tell the internet where your website is located. When you change hosting providers, you must update the Name Servers on your domain to point to the new server.
How to change Name Servers
Log in to your domain registrar account.
Find the DNS or Name Servers section.
Enter your new hosting Name Servers (e.g., ns1.hosting.com, ns2.hosting.com).
Save the changes — propagation takes 24–48 hours.
Conclusion
DNS is the foundational infrastructure of the internet. While you don't need to understand it in detail, it’s helpful to know how it works — especially when changing hosting or troubleshooting website issues.