Domain Names (part 1) – the Art and Science of Choosing a Domain Name
But first, the science:
Using Back2Front as an example our web address looks like this: http://www.back2front.ca
http://The “http://” part is the protocol used to talk to web servers . Others examples are “mail” or “ftp” used to communicate with mail and ftp servers respectively.
. “dot”The rest of the address is the Domain Name. It is made up of parts separated with a “.” (pronounced “dot”).
WWWFor web sites the first part is usually “www” meaning World Wide Web. In some cases the www is optional. Web servers can be set up in such a way as the www part is assumed and so you can reach the same web site whether or not you type in the www part. For all of Back2Front’s clients the www is optional.
NAMEThe second part is the bit you make up, (the name) ours is “back2front”. More on this later.
TLDThe next part, usually the last part, is called the TLD or Top Level Domain. Ours is “ca”. Other examples are “com, org, net,”. Sometimes before the TLD you will see an additional part indicating a subsection of the domain. For example in Canada there are subsections of the .ca TLD to indicate province. The one for Ontario would look like this “www.back2front.on.ca”.Technical requirements for Domain names;UniqueYour domain name must be Unique. The “name” plus the “TLD” and any “subsection” there of, in combination, must be unique for each web site. But do not worry, you will not be able to register a domain name that is already taken the registries are responsible for preventing this from happening.
Domain Names (part 2) – Domain Scooping – Don't Get Fooled!
The domain names in question had never been registered with the Domain Registry of Canada. Sending a renewal check would in effect cause the domain name to be transferred to the Domain Registry of Canada, usually well before the actual renewal date and for considerably more money than is the usual going rate for domain renewals.
The letters are part of a massive and long-standing domain scooping scam. Domain registration companies (who apparently do not care about their reputations) use these tactics as a way of getting thousands of domain name registrations each year. This is not the only domain scooping scam. Other such scams are done over email or even over the phone.
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Are You Anonymous – The WHOIS lookup
Are you anonymous on the web? This is one of the questions we need to ask ourselves either as online entrepreneurs, writers, webmasters etc. After all we may use fake details but there is a way to uncover who you are. This is by using the WHOIS lookup. Take a case of this blogger who has a site raking in millions of dollars a year but no one really knows who truly they are, whether they are the real owners or fake.
Its true some people are not comfortable when known whom they are really. WHOIS is an internet tool that you can use to check out registration of any domain. By just searching “whois” on search engines like Google, you’ll get plenty of sites that all do it. For any new domain name purchased, you fill in a few personal details like name, address, email, addresses, phone numbers which can be availed to anyone with internet access. How safe are we then?
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Having a website has become a true necessity nowadays if you are in business. However, there can be a lot of benefits for also having a personal website . Here is a list of benefits for both a personal and business websites.
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A website can be your virtual portrait, showing off your personal self to the world on a 24/7 basis. Among the most popular ways of presenting your personality online is keeping a webblog (otherwise known as online diary) or a photo gallery, where your friends can stay up-to-date with your daily living. - Spreads your voice across the world
A website can be your global “tribune” where you are able to share your knowledge, experience and enthusiasm with people who have common interests, but with whom you might not otherwise have crossed paths. A very popular idea-voicing tool is the discussion board, better known as “forum”. You can also have a guestbook on your site, where people can discuss your postings. - Read more
How to Select A Domain Name For My Business
The domain name for your business is your online identity. You should be very careful about choosing a domain name that is memorable, scores quite well with search engine listings, has a trust factor attached to it, and commands a brand value. A domain name is quite important for your business correspondences and emails. A long one can cause problems in communication, especially if the domain name seems complex. Here are some tips in choosing a well-meaning domain name that captures the essence of your brand image or business:
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