Q-1) What is a domain name?
A-1) Domain names are the familiar, easy to remember names for computers on the Internet. They correspond to a series of numbers called Internet Protocol numbers (IP address) that serve as routing addresses on the Internet. Domain names are used generally as a convenient way of locating information and reaching others on the Internet.
Q-2) What is an IP address ?
A-2) Every computer on the Internet has a numeric address called IP Address that is used to identify the location of the computer. An example of an IP address is 204.234.212.1. This kind of addressing system is cumbersome and hard to remember for humans. Having a domain name will eliminate the need to remember an IP address.
Q-3) What are the components of a domain name?
A-3) 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.
Q-4) How long can a domain name be and what are the restrictions?
A-4) A domain can have a maximum of 67 characters including the extensions (.com, .net, .org). A domain name can contain numbers (0-9), letters (a-z) or a dashes (-). A domain can not start or end with a dash (-). A domain cannot have characters such as (! @#$%&? ~: _).
Q-5) What to the above 7 new gTLDs stand for ?
A-5) There are 7 new gTLDs as chosen by the International Ad Hoc Committee (IAHC):
web - For entities emphasizing activities related to the World Wide Web
arts - For entities emphasizing cultural and entertainment activities
rec - For entities emphasizing recreation/entertainment activities
nom - For those wishing individual or personal nomenclature
firm - For businesses or firms
shop - For businesses offering goods to purchase
info - For entities providing information services
Q-6) Who is the Administrative Contact?
A-6) The Administrative Contact is the person or organization authorized by the domain name registrant to act on behalf of the legal entity listed as the owner of the domain name. The Administrative Contact should be able to answer non-technical questions about the legal entity's plans for using the domain name and the procedures for establishing sub-domains.
Q-7) Who is the Billing Contact?
A-7) The Billing Contact is the person or organization who will be invoiced for registrations and renewals of the domain name.
Q-8) Who is the Technical Contact?
A-8) Generally, the Technical Contact is the person or organization who maintains the domain name registrant's primary name server, resolves software, and database files. The Technical Contact person keeps the name server running and interacts with technical people in other domains to solve problems that affect the domain name. An ISP often performs this role. If the Technical or Billing Contact information is missing from the Registration Agreement, it will be presumed that the domain name registrant has authorized the Administrative Contact/Agent to perform those roles.
Q-9) How much does a domain registration cost ?
A-9) Domain name registration's cost just Rs. 495/- only for 1 yr.
Q-10) How do I register my domain name ?
A-10) To register your domain kindly
contact us at 98372-37398 or e-mail us at sales@insidesoftwares.com
Q-11) How do i pay for the domain name registrations ?
A-11) Clients in Dehradun may pay by cheque or DD,clients residing outside Dehradun have to pay by DD only in The favour of
"inside softwares", payable at Dehradun.
