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Internet names (or Domain Names) - what are they?
An internet name (or domain name, in the jargon) is a simply an internet address. It is the part after the @ symbol in an email address. It is also the part after the www in a web page address.
Every computer (smart phone, tablet, ...) connected to the internet has its own unique numeric address. This is called the IP address. Unfortunately it's a long number that isn't very friendly (eg.122.158.127.71). It's difficult to remember and tells you little about what is at that address. So internet names were created as aliases to the numerical IP address.
For example, econnect.co.nz is our internet name. When you enter it into your bowser the internet infrastructure automatically converts the meaningful text into the corresponding IP address and up comes the eConnect website.
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Why should you have one?
An internet name speaks for your business. It lets you promote your business every time you send an email. It's what prospective customers see when they do a web search. Shout out your own name, loud and proud.
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Benefits
- Savings. Like a digital PO Box there is no need to change your letterhead or signage if you change your internet service provider (ISP).
- Ease of contact. An internet names gives your customers a memorable fixed point of contact regardless of where you are in the world. You might move premises but customers can still find you by your internet name.
- Speed. Beat your competitors to new business (those who may not have their own internet name).
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How do I get one?
Getting a name is just the start; our expertise is in sticking with you, to join it up to your business. Sometimes the whole process can take less than an hour of your time. Give us a call; we'd love to talk about what you need.
Or, use our name search to see whether your internet name is available.
