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Extension

The suffix at the end of a domain name, also called a TLD (Top-Level Domain). Extensions include generic options like .com, .net, and .org, as well as country codes like .uk and newer options like .io, .ai, and .xyz.

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Keyword Domain

A Keyword Domain refers to a domain name that includes specific words or phrases related to the content, product, service, or industry of the website it's associated with. These keywords are typica...

DHCP

DHCP, or Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, is a network protocol used on IP networks where a DHCP server dynamically assigns an IP address and other network configuration parameters to each devi...

Cleanup

The process of reviewing and dropping underperforming domains from a portfolio to reduce renewal costs.

Alpha Domain

Alpha Names, in the context of domain investing, refer to domain names that are composed entirely of letters, without any numbers or hyphens. These can be single-word domains (like 'Software.com'),...

DNS Records

Configuration entries that tell DNS servers how to handle requests for a domain, including A, CNAME, MX, and TXT records.

.ONLINE

A generic top-level domain suitable for any internet-based business or presence.