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A domain (or domain name) is the unique web address people use to access a website on the internet.

Example:

  • Domain Name: google.com

  • What it does: Points to Google’s website, so when you type it in your browser, you're taken to Google’s homepage.


Think of it like:

  • Your website is your house.

  • Your domain name is your street address.

  • The web hosting is the land your house sits on.

You need a domain name so people can find and access your website easily.


Structure of a Domain Name:

www.example.com | | | | | └─ Top-Level Domain (TLD) → ".com", ".org", ".net" | └──── Second-Level Domain (SLD) → "example" └────────── Subdomain → "www" (optional)

Where Do You Get a Domain?

You buy or register a domain with us. You usually pay annually to keep the domain active.


Key Notes:

  • Domains must be unique (no two websites can have the same domain).

  • You can link your domain to your web hosting provider so people see your website when they type it.

  • Domains can include keywords to help with branding or SEO (e.g., servers.co.tz).


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