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What's In A Domain Name? |
| Date Added: April 23, 2008 09:22:49 PM |
| Author: 1SDS - 1StopDomainShop |
| Category: Links |
| Does the name matter? Well, according to some, the name of the domain is paramount above everything else. People in the know, say that the name must contain at least one keyword that has relevence to your website. However, tell that to the likes of Opodo or even Google; both made up words that really mean nothing. It's true that a domain name with a good keyword or two helps, but it's not really the end of the world. Hyphens, dashes and numbers. The jury is still out on this one I'm afraid. There are conflicting reports about domain names with hyphens and dashes. Some say that Unfortunate naming! Look very carefully at the domain name you are about to register. Can it be read in a completely different way? Does it mean something offensive in another language? These mistakes happen quite frequently and are not always easy to avoid! Take 'Experts Exchange'. At one time this was quite a popular website dealing with information exchange between industry experts. Look at the name again... expert sex change. Needless to say that the original site no longer exists and now points to a parked page! Trademarks, Copyright and reverse Hijacking. Keep in mind when buying or registering a domain name that name may already be identified with a business. This is particularly true of made up names or business that have a strong identy. Try registering any domain with name with Microsoft in it and you are probably asking for a slapped wrist! However, domain name law is very complex and the obvious doesn't necessarly apply. |
