Are
you a domain name beginner?
If you're thinking about buying a domain name, but you don't feel that you
have a complete understanding of what registering a domain name means, let
the Domain Name Registration Guide for Beginners help! We've noticed that
a number of newcomers, or beginners, are coming into the Internet ready to
register domain names and make their Internet presence known. This site is
specifically geared toward the needs of those beginners. We've filled our
site with frequently asked questions and common myths about domain names.
We've even got a glossary of commonly used domain name registration terms
to promote better understanding.
Frequently
asked questions
1. What is a domain name?
2. How can I get my own domain name?
3. Why can't I apply for a domain name myself?
4. How long does it take to register a
domain name?
5. How do I know if a domain name has already
been registered?
6. Do I own the domain name once I've registered it?
7. Why can't I apply for a domain name like
www.mydomain.com or http://www.mydomain.com?
8. Can I have a .edu domain name?
9. Can you register a non-US domain name with a non-US ISO country code
like .de, .com.br, .co.uk?
10. Can I change my domain name after I've registered it?
11. The expiration date of the domain name that I want has expired or is
about to expire. How can I get it?
12. What is your Privacy Policy?
13. What can you tell me about the new WebCard service?
14. Where can I go if I have more questions?