server CLI how to fix dns resolution,proxy and to static IP

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On 06/14/2012 02:57 PM, Rajeev Prasad wrote:
> sorry for confusion. no i do not want to host dns server, i want to
> have static IP for my host and hardcoded DNS servers for resolution
> (resolv.conf) editing resolv.conf by hand is not allowed in 1204 i
> will certainly read the manual. but i think these are very basic

Why don't you _at least_ *read* the page on the link that I provided?
<https://help.ubuntu.com/12.04/serverguide/network-configuration.html>

o Static IP Address Assignment
o Name Resolution
  - DNS Client Configuration

> things on an OS and they should be made (and advertised) in simple
> and straightforward manner. my ultimate goal is not to fight with
> making my server resolve names, go past proxy have fix IP or install
> apps. i have to develop useful content and deploy on the server using
> the apps which are built for it. tx for all the help. really
> appreciated.
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