| 1. What does it mean to "register" a domain name? In short, to "register" a domain name is simply to "reserve" a domain name. The Internet domain name system (DNS) consists of a directory, organized hierarchically, of all the domain names and their corresponding computers registered to particular companies and persons using the Internet. When you register a domain name, it will be associated with the computer on the Internet you designate during the period the registration is in effect. all domains through an ICANN-accredited domain name registrar (ICANN is the new non-profit corporation that is assuming responsibility from the U.S. Government for coordinating certain Internet technical functions, including the management of Internet domain name system). 2. When I purchase my domain name, can I forward it to another Website (web address)? Yes! When your domain account is open, simply choose the option to Forward domain. This feature provides a simple automatic redirection of your visitors to a different website (web address). Please note that no web hosting is involved with this feature. It only provides a redirection of the domain name that you'll register to another web address. 3. Do I receive some kind of receipt of payment once my puchase is completed.? Yes! You should receive an email confirmation for payment within moments of your purchase . 4.How long does it take for the world to access my domain name? Your purchase should be completed within 1 week. Note that if your registration also includes web hosting, then it truly depends on ALL networks and ISPs of the world to update their servers and lookup your new domain name. Thus, full propagation of new domain names by the entire Internet should take place within 72hrs after the domain name has been transferred. 5.Is there any hosting included in my name registration? Unless if you have already signed up for one of our Hosting accounts, then your name registration does not include any web hosting. Registering a domain name simply involves reserving the domain name. 6.Can I sell the domain after it is purchased. Yes, After you purchase the domain you are the owner and you may do whatever you desire with your new domain name. 7.Can I puchase the domain using a check or money order. Yes, If you are more comfortable sending a check or money order, please complete the registration form and contact us by email. Please note the transfer of the domain will be done once the check clears the bank usually within 15 days. 8.Once I purchase a domain name, how can I make changes to it? Once your purchase is completed you will be asked to create a domain account. At this point you have full control of your domain and can make all the changes you want.
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