Copy-ready commandhost — Basic Usage
host -t txt example.comRequirements and permissions
- Requirements
- Linux with the referenced utility installed
- Permissions
- Use sudo or root only when required
- Last reviewed
- 2026-07-31
Examples
Basic Usage
Use host for a standard administrative task.
host -t txt example.comOriginal command
Perform a DNS lookup.
host -t txt example.comCommon errors
Command not found
Confirm Linux with the referenced utility installed is installed and available in your current shell.