What is a domain name?
DOMAIN NAMES: THE BASICS

A domain name is a way to identify and locate computers and resources connected to the Internet. No two organizations can have the same domain name.

Every company or organization that wants to be on the internet will register a domain name for use as their on-line identity or name that clients will use to access on-line services such as the organization's website or email system.

For example, Movetech Solutions Ltd registered the domain name movetech.co.ke, so users on the internet can access our website at www.movetech.co.ke and send email to our employees at username@movetech.co.ke. Much like a company's name, logo, or 0722 numbers, a domain name has marketing value when customers can easily remember and associate it with the organization. Since over 11 million domain names have already been registered world-wide, it can be difficult to find a good domain name, but there will always be something there for you. We can help you find domain names and will help you through the processes of registering a domain and setting up a website for your business or organization.

Each domain name corresponds to numeric IP (Internet Protocol) addresses. An IP address takes the form of 4 numbers, each one between 0 and 255, separated by periods. The Internet uses the numeric IP address to send data. For instance, you may be connecting to a World Wide Web server with the domain name "rs.internic.net", but as far as the network is concerned, you are connecting to the Web server with the IP address associated with that domain name