How to Buy a Domain Name & Web Space
Domain names are the addresses that people type in to navigate to a website. They provide the website's identity and can be worded so that they aid search engine optimization (SEO). Web space (where your website files are stored) is provided by web hosting companies who host it on their servers located around the world.
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Search for a Domain Name
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Navigate to a Web Hosting website. On the homepage, type in your desired domain name and designation (".com",".net",".org") in the domain name search provided by the web hosting service. The next page lists the available formats of your chosen domain name. Similar versions of the domain name will also appear. If the exact domain name is already being used, you will be required to choose another.
Purchase the Domain Name
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Select your desired domain name from the available search results and click the button to navigate to the next stage of the sign up process. You will be required to register as a user to obtain the domain name. Enter your personal details and continue the domain registration process until complete.
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Add Web Hosting to the Package
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Web hosting is where your website files are uploaded to on the Internet. This is a feature that is offered by the web hosting sites once you have obtained the domain. You will be asked what size hosting you require. Other options such as email addresses and photo albums may also be available. Select your desired package. Add the package to your domain name and click on the payment option. Once you have finalized the payment, the web host will send you details outlining how to upload your website content.
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