What is a domain name?
A name that identifies a computer or computers on the internet.
A "www.yoursite.com" name for your web site is called a domain name
A domain name works like an address forwarding service.
All of your Web site content sits on a computer with a unique address. This is called an IP address. An IP address is made up of a series of numbers, such as 123.23.234.45. Your domain name directs visitors to your site using this IP address.
We use domain names instead of IP addresses because most people find it easier to remember a name rather than a series of numbers.
Before you can set up a public web site you have to purchase a unique domain name. These are sold by ICANN-approved domain registrars and you typically pay for them by the year.
The registrar I use is GODADDY.
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Their domain registration process is very simple and their prices are one of the best on the net. If you've any problems or questions their support staff are excellent and reply very soon, be it either by phone or email.
Once you've logged onto their site, to get started, you need to check and see if the domain name you want is available.
- Go to theHome Page.
- In the Enter a domain name search box, type in the domain name you are interested in.
- Select a top-level domain from the drop-down list (.com, .org, .net).
- Click Search.
If the domain you want is available, you can follow the instructions on the page to proceed to the next steps in the registration procedure.
If the domain name you requested is already taken you, you will be presented with some available alternatives. For example, you may be able to select a .info or .ws top-level domain, rather than a .com. So, you could register www.domainnamehere.info, instead of www.domainnamehere.com.
Honestly, it's so straight forward that you should have your registered domain name in no time at all.
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