What is Domain Name?

What is a domain name? The “domain name” is an alphanumeric unique name that identifies individual web sites on the Internet (i.e. Internet address). Example of a domain name: www.Google.com

The domain can be of any length up to 67 characters, which includes the 26 letters of the English alphabet, numbers 0-9, and hyphens (-).The domain name cannot begin or end with a hyphen, but can contain one or more hyphens.

The domain names have a suffix or extension, called also TLD (Top Level Domain), which is based on the type of organization it is associated with. Common suffixes include: “.com”, “.net”, “.org”, “.biz”, “.info”, “.us” etc.

One of the first steps you can take in creating your online presence is to choose a suitable domain name for your website. The domain name will represent you, your business and will give your website a memorable name.

We provided for you with helpful tips on how to choose domain name

Your domain name should be:

•             Memorable

•             Meaningful

•             Not easily confused

•             Related to your business, to your website

•             Contain keywords by which your customers will look you up

Find out if your choice is available by visiting http:www.whois.org and searching the domain name you have chosen. Whois.org is a database that displays extensive information for those searching for domain names. If someone does a search for the name you have chosen and registered, whois.org is where the information comes from to show the name is already taken.

We hope that this article on “What is domain name” was helpful. If you have any further needs with choosing/registering domain name, or any other website related needs, please contact Houston Website Design.