Domain

🌐 What is a Domain Name?

A Domain Name is the unique address used to access a website on the internet. It's what users type into a browser's address bar to visit a website.

✅ Examples of Domain Names:

• www.google.com

• www.amazon.com

• www.techdictionary.org (your project!)

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🏷️ Domain Structure:

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│      │    │       └── TLD (Top-Level Domain): .com, .org, .net
│      │    └────────── Domain name: example
│      └─────────────── Subdomain: www (optional)
└───────────────────── Protocol (HTTPS)

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🔑 Types of Domains:

Type	Description	Example
TLD (Top-Level Domain)	The last part (suffix)	.com, .org, .net
ccTLD (Country Code TLD)	Specific to countries	.uk, .us, .in, .vn
gTLD (Generic TLD)	Industry-specific	.tech, .store, .app
Subdomains	Separate sections under main domain	blog.example.com, shop.example.com

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💡 Why is a Domain Important?

• Brand identity: Easy-to-remember address for customers.

• Credibility: Professional presence (vs. free subdomains like yourbusiness.wordpress.com).

• Email branding: Custom email addresses like [email protected].

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💰 Domain Pricing:

• Common domains like .com, .net: ~$10–$15/year.

• Special TLDs (.ai, .tech, .shop): Can be $30–$100/year.

• Premium domains (short, keyword-rich): Can be thousands of dollars!

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🏆 Famous & Trusted Domain Providers:

No.	Provider	Key Features	Best For
1	GoDaddy	One of the largest, domain search, DNS management, hosting	Beginners, SMBs
2	Namecheap	Affordable, free Whois privacy, easy to use	Affordable option, privacy
3	Google Domains (moving to Squarespace soon)	Easy Google integration, simple UI	Google Workspace users
4	Bluehost	Free domain with hosting, WordPress integration	Hosting + domain bundle
5	HostGator	Hosting packages include domain, free SSL	Hosting-focused users
6	Cloudflare Registrar	No markup, wholesale prices, DNS protection	Tech-savvy, security-focused
7	Hover	Clean UI, no upsells, free privacy	Simple domain management
8	Dynadot	Competitive pricing, bulk management	Domain investors
9	Name.com	Variety of TLDs, security features	Variety-seekers
10	Gandi.net	Free privacy, SSL, large TLD selection	Security-focused, EU users

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✅ Key Features to Consider when Choosing a Domain Provider:

Feature	Why it Matters
DNS Management	Easily point domain to hosting, email services
Whois Privacy	Hide personal info from public databases (avoid spam)
Pricing & Renewal	Low first-year price but check renewal rates!
Customer Support	Help when issues arise
Security	Domain lock, two-factor authentication (2FA)
Integration	With hosting, email, website builders

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🚀 Pro Tips:

1. Choose a .com if available — globally recognized and trusted.

2. Short, memorable, brandable domains are better than long and complex.

3. Consider ccTLDs for local business (e.g., .vn for Vietnam, .us for the USA).

4. Enable Whois privacy to protect personal info.

5. Avoid hyphens and numbers if possible — easier to type and remember.