How
the Domain Name System Works
What is a Domain Name?
A uniform resource locator (URL)
contains the electronic path information to a specific web
site. URL's generally take the form http://www.DomainName.com.
The URL is used by web browsers to locate documents and resources
on the World-Wide-Web.
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HTTP stands for Hyper Text Transport
Protocol, www refers to the World-Wide-Web, and the domain
name is the personalized component of the URL. This is the
name that identifies a specific company or individual. The
domain name is often referred to as a web address.
The domain name suffix (.com, for
example) refers to the type of organization that owns the
domain name. There are currently numerous alternative suffixes
- and more are being adopted or proposed.
The ".com" suffix is the
most common and is used for individuals or businesses engaged
in commercial activity. Other common suffixes include ".net,"
".org", ".edu" (reserved for use by educational
institutions and affiliates), and".gov" (reserved
for government agencies).
Why do I Need a Domain Name?
A domain name is an internationally
recognized address and is your connection to the world. It
uniquely identifies you and allows other people or businesses
to find you. A domain name is also a branding mechanism for
your products or services. Obviously it helps to have a memorable
and easy to remember name - and preferably one that helps
to define or reinforce your image. Once a domain name is secured,
it can be pointed to a site of your choosing. The important
thing to remember is that you do not have to have a site up
and running to secure a domain name. At the rate domain names
are being snapped up, it is generally wise to register in
advance of your need.
Can I Register Multiple Names and Point
Them All to a Single Web Site?
Absolutely. This is one of the secrets
of the most successful web sites. In fact, many large companies
will register or lease generic domain names that generate
lots of traffic and point them to their web sites. Microsoft
and other astute online marketers have dozens of names that
point to their primary web sites.
How
Do I Register a Domain Name?
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