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Web Glossary

Domain Name
The unique name that identifies an Internet site. Domain names always have 2 or more parts, separated by dots. The part on the left is the most specific, and the part on the right is the most general. A web site is located by the use of this domain name. Some common top level domains (TLD) are:
  • .com - Recommended for commercial entities. Anyone can register a .com domain.
  • .org - Originally recommended for organisations, including non-profit groups. However today, anyone can register a .org domain.
  • .net - Originally recommended for companies involved in Internet infrastructure. However today, anyone can register a .net domain.
  • .biz - Recommended for a business related site. Anyone can register.
  • .info - Recommended for an information providing site. Anyone can register.
  • .edu - For colleges and universities.
  • .gov - For government agencies.
There are also many country specific endings, such as .uk, .au, .fr, .ru, .de and .ch.

Related Terms: IP address, URL (Uniform Resource Locator)