Domain Articles

What is a Domain?

This is one of the most common questions we receive. A domain or "domain name" is the name of a website. Usually it fits the following format: www.yoursite.com and is the part of the website that people use to market their location on the web. What is Domain ? In computing and telecommunication in general, a d......

Can I register a domain name without web hosting?

Yes. Domain name registration and web hosting are separate services. A domain name can be used for e-mail without hosting a web site. See our E-mail Only section for more details. The Domain Name System (DNS) helps users to find their way around the Internet. Every computer on the Internet has a unique address - just like a te......

Can I keep my domain name when I change my web hosting company?

Yes. If you registered your domain name with a host and now you want to move, you should find your registration records or contact the host and ask them how to control your domain name. If you have a problem, you can usually see the name of the registrar by performing a "Whois" query on your domain name and contact them. I......

Once My Domain Is Registered, Will It Be Available For Use Immediately?

No. Your domain will be put in a queue with other domains waiting for approval. This should be approved, however, within 24 to 48 hours of being applied for. .it domains are active after 3/4 days of the day on which the Italian Registration Authority receives the Letter of Assumption of Responsibility, whereas .com/.net/.org d......

Registering a Domain

If you would like to register your domain, head over to GoDaddy or Search Google for a domain registrar. In the past some domain registering services would charge as much as $35 a year, like register.com, but competition from other firms has driven down prices to around $8-$15. These prices make it much easier and cheaper for comp......