What is the difference between a TXT record and a CNAME record?

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What is the difference between a TXT record and a CNAME record?
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A TXT record is used for verification purposes (e.g., SPF, DKIM) and can store arbitrary text. A CNAME record is used to create an alias for a domain, pointing to another domain.