Which command displays individual host records for a domain?

The command that displays individual host records for a domain is "dig." This command, short for "Domain Information Groper," is a powerful tool used for querying DNS (Domain Name System) servers. When you run "dig" followed by a domain name, it retrieves detailed information about that domain, including individual host records such as A records (which map hostnames to IP addresses), MX records (mail exchange records), and various other types of DNS resource records.

This capability makes "dig" a preferred choice for network administrators and users who need to perform DNS troubleshooting or who want to verify DNS configurations. It provides a clear output, including query time, server information, and the full answer section with the records requested.

Other options, while related to networking and DNS, do not focus specifically on displaying individual host records in the way "dig" does. For instance, "nslookup" can also query DNS records but is considered less versatile compared to "dig." Similarly, "traceroute" is used to trace the path packets take to a destination and does not provide detailed DNS records. The "ping" command is mainly for checking connectivity to a host, without offering details about DNS records. Thus, "dig" stands out as