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You can configure Dynamic Name Service (DNS), Internet Control Message Protocol (ICMP), and Internet Protocol Helper (IP Helper) programming elements.

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ICMP Reference

Provides descriptions of ICMP programming elements. ICMP, usually considered to be part of the IP layer, is a network layer protocol that delivers flow control, error messages, routing, and other data between Internet hosts.

IP Helper Reference

Provides descriptions of IP Helper programming elements. IP Helper provides application programming interfaces (APIs) that assist in the network administration of the local computer.

Related Sections

TCP/IP Security

Provides security-related information, including security best practices.

TCP/IP Best Practices

Provides general best practices.

Internet Protocol Helper APIs

Provides information on using Internet Helper APIs to accomplish specific tasks.