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Web Hosting Jargon – DNS

Over the years computer technology has evolved greatly and therefore it is difficult to stay in pace with all the newer jargons. DNS propagation or DNS is also called the ‘domain name system’. DNS is the link that connects the actual machine that stores the website’s files  to the website you enter into your web browser. The DNS system associates human-readable text with the IP address of the remote computer. Name Servers function the same as the listings of a telephone book. DNS propagation is the time it takes for the remote IP addresses and the new records to update … Continue Reading

What are Parked Domains and Add-On Domains?

The difference between parked and add-on domains is One of the most common questions. Park Domains in your control panel would allow you to simply ‘park’ the domain, so that it could be redirected to your primary domain. In such situations, if the users make a simple mistake in typing your domain names appropriately, they would be redirected to your site. When you type in the add-on domain, unlike the parked domain, it would redirect to a different website. The files would be stored with a specific folder name under the public_html folder.

Should You Buy Domains in Bulk?

You may want to consider purchasing domain names in bulk, if you feel that you need more than one. Whether you are an investor or a simple webmaster, bulk deals are always going to be beneficial. The most obvious advantage is the cost savings. Domain names usually go for less than $10 at most registrars and you may get a deal with some free domain names. You can register all of your domain names at once, instead of registering each domain. Too many domains are lost just because the owners forget to renew.