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PacStac Stewardship

Why this handbook exists

PacStac relies on mature Internet primitives—DNS and the /.well-known convention—to prove domain stewardship. This handbook gathers context, history, and practical maintenance tips so operators and developers can ship with confidence. Browse the articles below or keep them open as a runbook during go-lives.

DNS Foundations

Explore how the Domain Name System emerged from ARPANET host files, how root and authoritative servers cooperate, and why DNS still matters for trust.

  • Origins & history
  • Modern DNS tooling
  • Operational best practices
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TXT Records Explained

TXT records started as an anything-goes container. Learn how SPF, DKIM, and PacStac use TXT payloads, and how to publish changes without surprises.

  • Syntax & limits
  • Propagation behavior
  • Safe editing workflow
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Serving /.well-known/pacstac_<domain>.json

Prefer HTTP proofs? This guide walks through the .well-known convention, content requirements, caching guidance, and hardened deployment patterns.

  • IETF background
  • JSON contract
  • Security considerations
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ENS Integration

Ethereum Name Service (ENS) links human-readable names to blockchain resources. Learn the ENS lifecycle, how to surface ENS ownership data, and the roadmap for PacStac support.

  • Origins & standards
  • TXT vs ENS records
  • Operational guidance
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PacStac Verification Playbook

Step-by-step instructions for passing checks, monitoring status, rolling keys, and keeping teams informed. Includes troubleshooting and automation tips.

  • Initial setup
  • Scheduled checks
  • Incident response
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Official ENS Reference

The Ethereum Name Service is maintained by the ENS Labs team. Visit the official site for updates, registrar tools, and governance news.