difference between host and nslookup

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Steven Latre wrote:
> Can anyone tell me the difference between host and nslookup?

The obvious and trite answer: they're different binaries.

> When I try to do a search with host I get the right results, however when I try
> to do the same search with nslookup it fails (he can't find the address)

This probably isn't something that can be resolved with out a lot
more information or access.

You might want to check to see if there are any aliases set for
the commands.