DOMAIN NAME SERVICES
Often referred to as "domains", domain names serve most commonly as a hostname--an internet "label" for identifying a company, organization or personal website location.
Domains are "purchased" or registered for an annual fee through any of a number of "Registrars" in the U.S. and abroad. Registering a domain name does not mean you own it, however you are given exclusive use of the name for the duration of the registration period, which can be renewed.
Often, registering the domain name of your choice can present challenges. (See our recent BLOG). According to resources, as of December, 2010 there were 196 MILLION* active websites. Of those, 81.8 MILLION were using "dot-com" domain names. Also, in MANY cases dot-com's not in use have been registered for resale purposes. It's no wonder finding a suitable domain can be so tricky...
That's where SMALL DETAILS can HELP. With well-over 500 successful domain registrations, we have the knowledge and expertise to navigate the business of domain registration--not to mention website development and domain name/website hosting!
Small Details will explore the available options FOR YOU, then since time is of the essense, promptly provide the pro's and cons of each option. We will secure your name(s) of choice &/or act on your behalf, should there be a third-party involved in the transaction (such as a domain reseller).
Concerned about the added cost of these services? DON'T BE! Small Details does NOT add hefty fees to the cost of registration. Instead, in many cases we provide the service FOR LESS than what you would pay if you'd registered the name(s) yourself!
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(UPDATED 2/7/2011)
- .com: The most popular of the domain extensions. Proven to help increase search engine visibility.
- .co: The newest of the domain extensions. Offers international recognition. Abbreviation for COmpany, COmmerce, and COmmunity.
- .info: Indicates "informational" website. Useful for businesses, organizations and individuals.
- .net: Often used for company infrastructure. Purchasing the .net also helps protect your brand.
- .org: Popular choice for non-commercial organizations. Also used by businesses to promote their charitable activities.
- .me: Great for blogs and personal websites.
- .mobi: Created for mobile websites. Purchasing the .mobi domain also helps protect your brand.
- .us: Creates an online American identity.
- .biz: Designed for businesses and used most often for ecommerce websites.
- .ca: Official "top-level" domain extension for Canada.
- .tv: Ideal for multimedia websites or websites with a focus on television/video.
- .ws: Abbreviation for "web site". Another alternative to .com.
- .asia: Great for connecting with the Asian market or for websites with an Asian theme.
- .cc: Top level domain of the Cocos (Keeling) Islands.
Source: GoDaddy.com
For More Technical Information on Domain Names: Domain Name FAQ's
*Source: The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers. Visit them at: ICANN.


