Thom Davies

Mar 13, 2024 | squadhelp.com | Thom Davies |Callie Lavit |Lotte Reford

Photo by: Pixabay courtesy of Pexel.comIf owning a website or starting a blog is new to you, the term “domain name” may be unfamiliar. Don’t worry; we all start somewhere. And if you’re reading this online, you know more about domain names than you think! So, let’s talk about second-level domains and get that knowledge topped up. Domains serve as digital addresses for websites, just as physical addresses do for people and businesses. They provide unique locations so visitors can find your site.

Mar 13, 2024 | squadhelp.com | Callie Lavit |Lotte Reford |Thom Davies

When you’re starting a business, you know you need to get the word out. What’s it going to be? An advertising blimp at a football game? Flyering on Main Street? Unleashing your army of carrier pigeons? Back before the internet, maybe. In 2024, you can spread the word with your domain and website. But what exactly do these words mean? Domain vs website is a common query for those setting out on their business journey. You know you need an online presence, but how do you get one? You’re about to find out.

Mar 13, 2024 | squadhelp.com | Thom Davies |Lotte Reford |Callie Lavit

Photo by: Oană Andrei courtesy of Pexel.comOnce you register a domain name, your personal and business info, such as name, address, and phone number, are out there for anyone to find via a simple WHOIS search. This database, the Yellow Pages of the internet, is managed by ICANN, the organizational body of the Domain Name System. So your email address is out there for anyone to grab. That’s a little worrying, right? Fortunately, you don’t need to worry.

Mar 13, 2024 | squadhelp.com | Lotte Reford |Thom Davies |Callie Lavit

Photo by: Donald Tong courtesy of Pexel.comIf there’s one thing the internet is known for, it’s constantly churning out an endless stream of acronyms that we all struggle to track. FQDN is yet another four-letter abbreviation to add to your repository of strange acronyms. But what does FQDN actually stand for? And when should you use one versus just a regular web address?

Feb 7, 2024 | squadhelp.com | Callie Lavit |Lotte Reford |Grant Polachek |Thom Davies

Photo by: Lil Artsy courtesy of Pexel.comTwo things can happen when you find out your domain has already been claimed. The frustration-filled “suck it up and start over” feeling where you give up and start name options all over again or do a little research to know who currently owns it. As any online entrepreneur knows, choosing the right domain name is crucial to building your brand presence. It’s the first impression potential customers have of you.