Read the next line of the host database file
#include <netdb.h> struct hostent * gethostent( void );
The gethostent() routine reads the next line in the host database file.
A pointer to a valid hostent structure, or NULL if an error occurs.
| Safety: | |
|---|---|
| Cancellation point | Yes |
| Interrupt handler | No |
| Signal handler | No |
| Thread | No |
This function uses static data storage; if you need the data for future use, copy it before any subsequent calls overwrite it.
Currently, this function understands only the Internet address format.