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What is the use of /etc/nsswitch.conf file?

  1. DNS resolution

  2. Name resolution priority

  3. Host configuration.

  4. backup Configuration
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Explanation

The /etc/nsswitch.conf file configures the Name Service Switch, determining the lookup sources and order of priority for system databases such as hosts, passwords, and groups. Distractors referring to backup configurations or pure DNS resolution describe unrelated system settings.

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