Domain (name)

A domain name is essentially the address where Internet users can access your website. It is part of a larger system known as the Domain Name System (DNS), which directs traffic on the internet. Each domain name corresponds to a numeric IP address that computers use to identify each other on the network. Domain names are made up of several parts, including a top-level domain (TLD) such as “.com” or “.org” and a second-level domain, which is usually the name of the company or purpose of the site, like “example” in “example.com”.

Think of a domain name as the digital equivalent of a physical address for a business or home. Just as a street address directs people to a specific location, a domain name directs users to a specific server where a website is hosted. This system makes navigating the internet simpler and more user-friendly, allowing people to easily find and access diverse websites.