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2.2.3. Azure DNS Private Resolver

DNS Private Resolver enables hybrid DNS scenarios by allowing conditional forwarding between Azure and on-premises.

Components:
ComponentPurposeIP Requirement
Inbound endpointOn-premises forwards to AzureGets IP in your VNet
Outbound endpointAzure forwards to on-premisesGets IP in your VNet
Forwarding rulesetDefines conditional forwarding rulesLinks to outbound endpoint
Architecture:
When to Use:
  • On-premises needs to resolve Azure Private DNS zones
  • Azure needs to resolve on-premises DNS names
  • You need centralized DNS forwarding rules
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