Landrush
A period during the launch of a new TLD when trademark holders and others can register domains before general availability, often at premium prices. Landrush registrations typically follow sunrise periods.
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Domain
A domain, also known as a domain name, is more than just the address of a website. It's a digital asset with potential value that can rise or fall based on numerous factors. A domain is a unique...
BIN (Buy It Now)
A fixed price at which a domain can be purchased immediately without negotiation.
Cease and Desist
A formal legal letter demanding that someone stop an allegedly illegal activity, such as using a trademarked term in a domain name.
.BIZ
A generic extension launched in 2001 as a .com alternative for businesses. It never earned the respect, and the aftermarket is thin.
.DE
Germany's country code, one of the largest ccTLDs in the world. No expiration dates in WHOIS, and deleted names drop almost immediately.
Propagation
The process by which DNS changes spread across the global network of DNS servers.