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How to choose a domain name
Let’s first think about all the things that a domain name can be used for you and your end user. Most commonly domain names reflect either a brand name, the website's purpose or the service or products that you provide. (more…)
What is the WHOIS database?
The WHOIS is a database that is maintained by a registry which provides information about domain name registration and ownership. It includes information about the domain registrant, such as their name, organisation, email address, phone number, address, and the dates of domain creation and expiration. (more…)
What is DNS?
DNS or the Domain Name System is a hierarchical distributed naming system for locations on the internet. In basic terms it is like the phonebook for the internet. (more…)
What is the difference between a registry, registrar and registrant?
A registry is the organisation that manages any particular TLD extension. A registrar is a company that registers a domain name for a registrant. A registrant is the owner of a domain name. (more…)
What are the different types of TLDs?
Typically there are 3 common referenced TLD types. These are gTLDs (Generic TLDs), ccTLDs (Country Code TLDs), and new gTLDs (New Generic TLDs). (more…)
