Domain Purchasing

What Is Domain? 

Domain name is simply the name of a website known to users. This is also called the address of that website. For example, the domain of this site where you are located emaymedya.com.tr in order for you to access a website, you can use the domain of that site in your internet Browser (Internet Explorer, Firefox, Opera, etc.).) you enter the address line and reach that site. 

A domain name is a starting point for you to be on the internet. In other words, it is a shortcut that provides access to your website. In other words, before your website, you become the owner of a domain name, you should be. Your website is basically a work of text and photos, and this work is saved with certain file names, just like the files on your computer. These files are constantly connected to the internet and placed on computers called servers. Here is your domain name, these files, your website to the computers with the words we understand allows you to reach the shortcut. From any other computer,the internet address that you write to the address, domain name writing sections of programs that we call browsers (chrome , internet explorer, mozilla firefox) delivers you and others to your files, that is, your website. These computers, which are constantly connected to the internet, offer your website to the whole world. 

Why Is Domain Important? 

Whether it's your e-commerce, corporate or personal web page, the most important role of internet users in finding you is this domain name. Care should be taken to ensure that the domain name that will represent you best is short, fluent and suitable for your brand. Because the domain you choose will be your brand and identity. If you are doing E-commerce, in a way, the domain name you will get will be your ‘workplace’ name. Getting an easy-to-remember name helps you move your trade one step ahead of other companies. It is also necessary to avoid complex and long domain names. 

When buying Domain, there is no refund after the purchase. For this reason, it is useful to be careful when receiving the domain name service and check the letters you use repeatedly. It is not enough to rent only the domain name to own the website. You will also need to get the hosting that is most suitable for you. 

What Is A Domain Extension? 

The part after the dot mark on the far right of a domain name is defined as a domain extension. Domain names are in a hierarchical configuration among themselves. In this hierarchical configuration, domain extensions determine the peak of the hierarchy. For example, the “tr” extension at the end of the site you visit is a top-level domain name. Top-level domain names are referred to by the acronym “TLD” in the internet world. The acronym TLD also means” top level domain“, i.e.” top level domain name". The three domain extensions that are popularly used around the world are com, net, and org extensions. But as a result of the tendency of some malicious people to dominate the domain market and cause unfair competition; an international domain Federation called “Public-Root” was established, and hundreds of domain extensions that we can use today were created. 

What Are Domain Types? 

.COM: a domain name extension created by an abbreviation of the “commercial”.  It has been introduced to the market considering its use by companies. Any documents are not requested when allocating a domain name, they are sold using the first incoming receives rule. 

.NET: a domain name extension created by shortening “network”.  It has been introduced to the market considering its use by institutions, organizations and companies engaged in communication business. Any documents are not requested when allocating a domain name, they are sold using the first incoming receives rule. 

. ORG: a domain name extension created by shortening “organization”. It is used by non-profit organizations such as associations, foundations and political parties. Any documents are not requested when allocating a domain name, they are sold using the first incoming receives rule. 

. BIZ: a domain name extension created by shortening “business”. It was designed as an alternative to a domain name with a .COM extension and was offered for use by commercial businesses. Any documents are not requested when allocating a domain name, they are sold using the first incoming receives rule. 

.INFO: a domain name extension created by shortening “information”.  It has been put on the market considering that it will be used by institutions, organizations and individuals who share information in the public interest and those who want to share information on any subject. Any documents are not requested when allocating a domain name, they are sold using the first incoming receives rule. 

. PRO: a domain name extension created by shortening “professional”.  It has been introduced to the market considering its use by professional service providers. Any documents are not requested when allocating a domain name, they are sold using the first incoming receives rule. 

.NAME: a domain name extension created from “name”.  A personal website and personal blog are available for use by those who want to publish. Any documents are not requested when allocating a domain name, they are sold using the first incoming receives rule.  

, TV: is the top-level domain name of the country called Tuvalu islands. Currently, it is used by web publishing sites. Any documents are not requested when allocating a domain name, they are sold using the first incoming receives rule. 

.ONLINE:” gTLD “(Generic top Level Domain)  It is presented for all projects on the Internet. Any documents are not requested when allocating a domain name, they are sold using the first incoming receives rule. 

.SHOP: another gTLD domain name extension is".SHOP " is an extension.  It is offered for sale for use by E-commerce sites. Any documents are not requested when allocating a domain name, they are sold using the first incoming receives rule. 

.ME: the last and most popular gTLD extension in our list is the “.ME” extension.  For this reason, it is used quite a lot. It is especially preferred by blogs and Company Sites. It is also a great advantage that it is the cheapest and shortest extension between generic top-level domain names.  

. EDU: a domain name extension created by an abbreviation of the “education”. It has been put on the market for use by universities, secondary education institutions and educational associations recognized by the United States. It has been allocated by an American company called Educause for many years. For domain name allocation, a document that indicates that it is recognized by American law as an official educational institution or association must be submitted, sold under the first-come-gets rule. 

. GOV: a domain name extension created by an abbreviation of the “government”.  It is allocated for the use of official institutions belonging to the United States. For domain name allocation, there is a requirement to be an official institution located in America. 

. MIL: used by the Army and military institutions. 

. JOBS: used for companies ' employment and HR applications. 

, MUSEUM: a type of domain used by Museums. 

. TEL: used by telecommunications services. 

, TRAVEL: a type of domain used by travel and transportation companies. 

ccTLD (country-code Top Level Domain) means "Internet Country area code" and is the latest two-letter extension indicating which country internet addresses belong to. ICANN, the Internet allocated numbers and names Authority, has allocated extensions specific to each country. Country-coded domains are often preferred by entrepreneurs, e – exporters and international brands. The biggest advantage of country-coded domains is that companies inspire confidence by the customer base in the country they serve and protect their brand identity. (Click here for the importance of getting Country area code in e-export.) The internet Country area code (ccTLD) of Turkey is “tr”. 

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