July 2005
Domain name shortage
by newsnicheNo need to panic, there isn't actually a shortage of domain names. Well at least not in the sense that there is an almost infinite combination of 65 character domain names that can be created.
Domain squatting explained
by newsnicheThe one thing that annoys me most about the topic of domain names is when trying to find a domain name for a new site only to find most of the names I come up with are already taken. Even more annoying is that these names are not being used for a site that relates to the domain name.
hyphenated domain names
by newsnicheThere is a lot of confusion about the use of hyphens being used in domain names. While researching hyphenated domain names I found a lot of conflicting information so I will give you a distilled view of what is currently believed to be the facts regarding hyphens in domains.
Domain parking explained
by newsnicheDomain names are being snapped up all the time so if you have thought of a cool domain name for a future project then it might be wise to register it now. There is a chance that if you leave it too late someone else may register it. While your planning your site you can park the domain name.
Domain names more choices than you think
by newsnicheWhen you are choosing a domain name you will probably be looking for a .com or maybe a .net. This on the whole is sensible advice, but if you are offering something a little bit different on your website and you want to stand out then there is another path you can take.
Domain name registration explained
by newsnicheRegistering a domain name is a pretty straight forward process. In fact the hardest part of registering a domain name is coming up with a name that has not already been registered. There are some people who have never registered a domain name, they have left it up to a third party or have always used free hosting. Here is simple explanation of how to register a domain.
Domain names explained
by newsnicheIf you are totally new to the internet then you may not realize that the web address you type into your browser is known as a domain name. A domain name is an easy way for humans to understand and navigate the internet.
June 2005
May 2005
IANA's Root-Zone Whois Index by TLD Code
by sunny & 6 othersThe official list of all country specific TLD's, including .us, .uk, and .tv, plus links to where you can apply for a domain in that country.
Non Dot Com Cool Domain Names
by MrOzh & 2 othersFrom .ac to .wz : 249 top level domains with ideas and suggestions for your next domain. The .com is old school and boring, time for something more ori.gin.al and del.icio.us !
RegisterFly.com
by fireguy & 1 otherLow Cost Domains, Web Hosting Solutions, E-mail Hosting Accounts, and other hosting solutions.
Pliner.net The Ultimate Resource for Webmasters
by AppamatixFree message boards for your websites, nothing elaborate here, but a very simple way of putting a simple message board on your existing webpage. Plus they offer many other commercial as well public programs to buy or share.
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