When configuring a network connection to the internet, the IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway are essential for establishing communication on the local network and routing traffic to external networks. The DNS server, while not necessary for basic connectivity, is used to resolve domain names into IP addresses, allowing users to access websites. Thus, all four items play important roles, but the DNS server is specifically used for name resolution.
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