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Domain name

Quick answer · What is Domain name?

A human-readable name in the Domain Name System that identifies a place in its hierarchical namespace.

IN PRACTICE

Domain name: an example

The name example.com can be used in website addresses and email addresses.

KEEP IN MIND

A domain name is neither a complete URL nor the website content it may lead to.

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Frequently asked questions

What is a practical example of Domain name?

The name example.com can be used in website addresses and email addresses.

Is a domain name the same as a URL or website?

A domain name is neither a complete URL nor the website content it may lead to.

Which concepts should I read alongside Domain name?

URL: A Uniform Resource Locator identifies a resource using components such as a scheme, host, path, and optional query or fragment.
DNS: The Domain Name System is a distributed system that answers queries about names using typed records.