Know your IT. What’s A “Domain”?

A domain is the name you type into a web browser to visit a website, like “example.com”. It’s like the address for a house, but for a website on the internet. Without a domain name, you’d have to type in a long set of numbers (called an IP address) to find a website, which is much harder to remember. This is where DNS (Domain Name System) comes into play. (We’ll review this soon, in another post).

Domains are made up of two main parts: the name (like “example”) and the extension (like “.com,” “.com.au”, “.org,” or “.net”). Together, they create the full address.

When you register a domain, you’re renting the name for a specific period, usually a year or more. This allows people to find your website easily. Domains can also be used for email addresses, like info@example.com, to make your business look professional.

Think of a domain as your online identity, helping people find and connect with you on the web.