Reverse Lookup
How to Do a Reverse IP Lookup By an eHow Contributor
Found This HelpfulAny computer in the network has a unique IP address that is four numbers between 0 and 255 separated with periods. Also computers are typically assigned with names, which allow network communications in a more convenient way. Translating computer or website names into respective IP addresses is a primary function of the domain name system (DNS), which is a part of the internet network protocol. DNS is also can handle reverse lookup queries namely finding names from IP addresses.
Instructions
in Linux
1. Right-click on the desktop and select "Open terminal" in the pop-up menu.
2. Type "host <IP address>" and press "Enter." For example,
host 193.233.4.27
3. Read the output that typically consists of one line. The computer name is at the end of the line. For example,
"27.4.233.193.in-addr.arpa domain name pointer xrlab.ineos.ac.ru"
The computer name is xrlab.ineos.ac.ru.
in Windows
4. In Windows XP:
Click "Start" located in the lower left corner of the screen. Click "Run" and type "cmd" followed by "Enter."
In Windows Vista:
Click "Start" and type "cmd." Press "Enter."
A new window with the black background will appear.
5. Type "nslookup <IP address >" followed by pressing "Enter." For example,
nslookup 193.233.4.27
6. Read the program output. The third line contains the name of the computer. For example,
"Name: xrlab.ineos.ac.ru."
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