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What
are the components of a domain name?
Top level domains
A domain name consists of two or more words separated by a period. The
last word (the far right) is called a "top-level domain". Here
are some common top-level domains and their use: .COM - Used for
commercial entities. It is the most popular top-level domain. Anyone can
register a .com domain. .NET - Originally used for networking
organizations such as Internet Service Providers and backbone providers.
Today, anyone can register a .net domain. .ORG - Designed for
miscellaneous organizations, including non-profit groups. Today, anyone
can register a .org domain.
Country
Codes Two letter domains, such as .uk, .de and .jp, are called
country code top level domains (ccTLDs) and correspond to a country,
territory, or other geographic location. The rules and policies for
registering domain names in the ccTLDs vary significantly and some are
reserved for use by citizens of the corresponding country. You should
check with the registrar offering ccTLD registration services regarding
the specific terms and conditions for registration. Some Megawrite.com
registered partners provide registration services in the ccTLDs in
addition to registering names in .com, .net and .org; however, ICANN
does not specifically accredit registrars to provide ccTLD registration
services.
Second
level domains To the left of the top-level domain is what is called
the "second-level domain." In Megawrite.com, "Megawrite.com"
represents a second-level domain within the top-level domain of .com. It
is also possible to have a domain name in the form of something.
Megawrite.com. In this case the "something" is called a
"host" name or a "sub-domain". It is not necessary
to register a host or sub-domain with a registrar before being able to
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