howto lock DNS number in /etc/resolv.conf

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On 08/21/2011 11:44 AM, james tate wrote:

> 
> domain= 2wire.net
> search = 2wire.net
> nameserver 172.16.0.1   (which is the gateway of the router)
> 
> 2wire.net is the website of modem manufacturer , not a DNS serve.

   The 'domain' field is not a server - it is what is used if you ask
for DNS lookup but dont give the full name -

  e.g. you DNS lookup XXX

    Then it will try XXX.2wire.net

   If you ask for XXX.com the domain field plays no role.

> This is causing conflicts with a number of website. It can not get the 
> DNS numbers.

   Unlikely to be the problem. It is possible however that the DNS on
the router is a problem - or your ISP DNS (which it uses) is a problem.

> And lastly it is a old modem/router that will only allow WEP configuration
> I'am going to buy a Actiontec GT784WN modem/router to use with at&T

  Sure WEP is insecure ...