Syntax pattern from Microsoft Learn; replace placeholders and choose only one documented alternative before use.
rootChanges the default server to the server for the root of the Domain Name System (DNS) domain name space. This guide lists the documented syntax and parameters for nslookup root; check Microsoft Learn for version, role and execution-context requirements.
rootThe linked Microsoft Learn article is the upstream authority. Availability may depend on Windows release, role, optional feature or interactive tool context.
Syntax pattern from Microsoft Learn; replace placeholders and choose only one documented alternative before use.
root| Option / clause | Description |
|---|---|
/? | Display command help or the supported command-line usage. |
/help | Display command help or the supported command-line usage. |
Review a command and its target before running it. Commands that alter files, services, accounts, disks, permissions or databases may be difficult to reverse. Test in a safe environment and keep backups.