What is a
Domain?
The Internet is a very big place. In order to organize it and move
traffic around every machine is assigned a number. This number isn't
easy to remember so to make it simpler a host name can be associated
with that number. But now you need to organize host names on the
internet. Domains are used to organize host names on the internet.
Domains also make it easy to remember and retrieve information.
With a domain you can establish a 'place' on the internet for goods,
services, information, or just to be cool. Common uses for a domain name
are for setting up a website like www.yourdomain.com or email services
like questions@yourdomain.com.
Want to know more? The internet has plenty of information on how to
manage and use a domain name.
How to Register
The first thing to do to register a domain is to think of what you want
your domain to be. You can try out ideas by entering them in the text
box on the first page of domain registration. If the domain is
available, it will be displayed along with similar domains that are
available. Choose one and you are ready to go onto the next step. If the
domain isn't available, a message will come up stating this.
After you've chosen the domains you want to register, it is time to log
in. If you don't have an account, you can create one at this step.
Otherwise, use your existing login to continue to process.
The next step will be to choose a price. You can choose to register your
domain for 1, 2, 5, or 10 years. The price for each is displayed next to
the term.
If you've just created a new account, you will be prompted to enter the
account ownership information. This is for in the event you lose your
password the system can identify you and help you get your password
changed. If you've registered before, then you'll be taken to the domain
contact screen. This information is required to be associated with your
domain. If you have defaults for contacts then the information will be
prepopulated. After you've finished entering this information, you may
proceed to the next step. You can change this information later if
needed.
Now you'll be prompted to enter the nameservers for your domains. These
servers must be registered with the registry and be active. You can
change these later.
The last step involves entering billing information. Make sure to enter
a valid credit card number and expiration date.
Please confirm all information on last page. This page is your invoice
and should be kept for future reference.
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