25 Easy Steps To Recover A Downed Domain (Don’T Panic)

If you are one of the many businesses that have Windows Server 2008, then you may have had the unexpected pleasure of having a Domain Controller fail on you.   Now if you do not know what the domain controller is then you are in for a treat.   The domain controller is only the most important computer within your Windows Server 2008 domain.   But, on the other hand, you may have had a technician install this beast of a computer.   I put this lightly.  The domain controller is a power server but it does not have to be put on a very powerful box.   What you do need to do is make sure that it is redundant.   So, what should we do if the domain controller does go down and we have another domain controller?   Well, first, I want to tip my hat to you.   Not many companies know the importance of having more than one domain controller in their environment.    Let's digress a little.   Why do you want to have multiple domain controllers?   See, the domain controller does several different things.   It has roles such as the Schema master, Domain Naming Master, RID Master, Infrastructure Master and PDC Emulator.   These control the overall environment.   Let's go over some definitions.   Don't go to sleep on me.  We will be getting to the good stuff soon enough.Schema Master

Now you are asking, what is a schema?  The schema is just a database.  If you have used Excel or Access in the past then you have been exposed to a database.   The schema is a database.   Now the schema is composed of Classes which are the Tables and Attributes which are the fields.   So, the Schema Master controls the updates to the schema.   So, you can say that this is relatively important server.   It only controls every entry that we make into the Active Directory Domain Service utility called ADUC which is short for Active Directory Users and Computers.   This role is located on the first domain controller that is added to the Forest by default.   There is only one Schema Master per Forest.  When you update the schema which is known as extending the schema, you need to be in the same Forest as this domain controller.

Domain Naming Master

So, what is the definition of a domain?  A domain is a logical grouping of computers where the domain controller is the central repository for accounts, security and policies.   The Domain Naming Master is in charge of keeping track of the adding and deletion of more domains within the environment.   This role is located on the first domain controller that is added to the Forest default.   There is only one Domain Naming Master in the Forest.

 

PDC Emulator

Remember the old Operating System know as Windows NT 4.0.   It was the predecessor to Windows Server 2008.   Well in the old days which is really little over 10 years, the main domain controller was known as the Primary Domain Controller.   So, that is where this role comes into play.   It takes the place of the Primary Domain Controller.   The main service that it controls is time.   If this puppy is not functioning right then you whole environment will suffer.  This role is located on the first domain controller that is added to the Forest by default.  Now unlike the other roles, the PDC Emulator is located in every domain in the Forest.  But, there is only one per domain.   This is one of the most important servers in the Domain.

RID Master

The unique identifier for a database is known as the primary key.  Well the primary key that provides uniqueness within Active Directory Domain Services is the SID which is known as the Security ID.   The RID Master controls the RID Pool for the domain.  The RID is the Relative Identifier.   When we run out of RIDs then we will not be able to add additional security principals such as accounts.   Here is a tip do not recover this server.   If you bring this server on at the same time as another RID server then you will have a majorly messed up domain.   This role is located in every domain in the forest but only one per domain.

Infrastructure Master

This is an odd animal.  The main purpose of the Infrastructure Master is tracking movement within the domain.  This needs some clarification.  We are not talking about Big Brother.  Well, maybe.   The Infrastructure Master tracks the moving of an object (account) from one OU (Organizational Unit) to another or domain.   Now the reason I call this an odd animal is because it should not be on the same server as the Global Catalog.   Ok, I know we are about to go over the threshold limit of the human mind.   But, the Global Catalog has a copy of every attribute in the Forest.   This will be covered in another article.   Back the Infrastructure Master, this role is also located in every domain and there is only one per domain.

Whew, I know that is a lot to remember.  But this is important.  See, remember our problem…. The domain is down.   If you only have one domain controller is contains all of these roles.   HELLO, can you see where we are going with this.   Make sure you have more than one domain controller per domain.  Ok, here is another topic.  Replication.  No this is not cloning but similar.  The domain controllers in the Forest replicate there information to each other.   This introduces another term multi-master replication.    This just means that they have the same settings as the other guys.   Anyway, we come into work and find that the #1 domain controller has bit the dust.   Don't panic we can fix this.   Take a coffee break and realign your thought process.  

So, we have a pretty bad situation.  Users cannot logon; email server is down, yada yada yada.   So, here is the good stuff.    How do we get our domain back up and functioning?   Call me of course.   Just kidding.   This article is here to instruct you on how to recover from this disaster.   Before can do this we need to use one of two tools ADUC (Active Directory Users and Computers) or ntdsutil.   Of the tool tools, ntdsutil will allow us to everything that we need to do.   Ok, are you ready…..

To the Rescue Recovering From Disaster

Step 1.  Go to the second domain controller  (will Call this Jupiter)

         Logon with administrative credentials

Step 2.  Bring up the command prompt 

 Type cmd at the run command prompt  or access it from the Accessories menu under Programs on the menu

Step 3.  Type ntdsutil at the command prompt and press Enter

Step 4.  Type roles at the ntdsutil prompt and press Enter

Step 5.  Type connections at the roles prompt and press Enter

Step 6.  Type connect to server  Jupiter at the connections prompt and press Enter 

         You will be presented with a message saying you are connected and using current credentials

Step 7.  Type quit at the connections prompt and press Enter

 This will return you to the roles section

Step 8.  Type seize Schema Master at the roles prompt and press Enter 

 This will take over the Schema Master role and give it to Jupiter.  

Step 9.  Type seize Naming Master at the roles prompt and press Enter 

 This will take over the Domain Naming Master role and give it to Jupiter

Step 10. Type seize PDC at the roles prompt and press Enter 

 This will take over the PDC Emulator and give it to Jupiter

Step 11.  Type seize RID master at the roles prompt and press Enter 

 This will take over the RID Master and give it to Jupiter

Step 12.  Type seize infrastructure master at the roles prompt and press Enter

Right now you are probably saying that is a lot of steps.   We are complete with the first part.  WHAT, there is more?  Hold on don't get ansy this will have take only about 5 hours.  Just kidding.  This whole process will take about 10-20 minutes.   You will be the savior of the network.   All righty then, on to the next part.   By the way, the steps that are shown can be re-ordered when it comes to seizing.   The commands are not case sensitive either.  

Cleanup Time

Now in the beginning of the article, I pointed out each of the different roles and their purpose.   Well we forcibly took over the roles.   The other domain controller is still offline but still theoretically has those roles.   If we were to bring that domain controller up again there would be major confusion.   Also, Active Directory Domain Services does not know who to replicate changes.   The KCC (Knowledge Consistency Check) is looking for the partner.  The partner is no longer available.   We need to clean up this mess and quickly.

Step 13. Type quit at the roles prompt and press Enter 

         This will take us back to the beginning.

Step 14. Type metadata cleanup at the ntdsutl prompt and press Enter 

 This routine will get rid of the SRV records lingering in DNS and also records of the other domain 

controller in Active Directory Domain Services database the Schema.

Step 15. Type select operation target at the metadata cleanup prompt and press Enter 

 We need to identify the downed domain controller.

Step 16. Type list sites at the select operation target prompt and press Enter 

 This will list the sites within the Forest

Step 17. Type the # associated with the Site which the downed domain controller is part and press Enter 

 This will select the site which has the records for the downed domain controller

Step 18. Type list servers in the site at the select operation target prompt and press Enter 

 This will list the domain controllers  that are in the Site

Step 19. Type the # associated with domain the down domain controller and press Enter 

 This will select the domain with the downed domain controller

Step 20. Type quit at the select operation target and press Enter 

 This will take you back to the Metadata Cleanup section

Step 21. Type remove selected server at the metadata cleanup prompt and press Enter 

 This will remove the records within Active Directory Domain Services

Step 22. Type quit at the metadata cleanup prompt and press Enter 

 Takes you back to the beginning of ntdsutils

Step 23. Type quit at the ntdsutil prompt and press Enter

 Quits the ntdsutil utility

Step 24. Check ADUC , DNS etc

 Ensure that you can open ADUC.  You may have to change focus of the domain controller.  

Step 25. Take old domain controller off line and reinstall Windows Server 2008 and dcpromo it

Wow, what an ordeal.  Just think if you did not have another domain controller within your Forest.   Do yourself a favor and make sure you have more than one domain controller in your environment.    There is a lot more that we can teach you.  But, we will leave that for another article.   Right now, go get that cup of coffee, high five your staff and relax.  Your domain is back up and running.  Now go change some passwords and play Halo at your desk.  Oops, did I say that.  See you later.

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Domain Name Registration Tips for Attracting Maximum Traffic

It is apparent that nobody likes to be the host of the party where nobody came! Similarly, when we get a website made, our prime concern is whether or not the website will be able to draw the desired number of potential visitors. Regardless of whether we talk about retail websites offering consumer goods or technology websites offering software solutions, the need to attract potential takers for the offers is always there. Here, you need to know that, in contrast to popular misbelief, domain name registration plays a key role in ensuring the websites receive the desired traffic. 

What is the role of domain name registration in attracting potential visitors? 

As already stated, the name you choose has a direct impact on the traffic received by your website. This is the reason it is extremely important for you to find a domain name that is not only unique, but is also capable of representing your offers precisely. In order to ensure an effective domain name, you need to consider various influential factors. 

What are the factors to consider when getting a domain registered? 

To give you in a nutshell, you need to choose a domain name that is easily discoverable. Following are the factor contributing towards the visibility of your future website: 

Extension – Believe it or not, but the extension you choose plays a pivotal role in attracting relevant and potential visitors. For instance, if your target audience is in India, you need to go for .in domain registration. 

Exclusivity – With a large number of domains joining the online world, the web is growing at a rapid rate and so is the number of copyright lawsuits pertaining to domain names. Hence, when applying for domain registration, ensure you have opted for a unique one. 

Validity – When applying for domain name registration, always ensure that you buy the domain for the period you need the website for. As domains are now being offered in bundled solutions comprising registration as well as hosting, the term of validity holds indispensable importance. 

Where to find suitable registrars? 

No matter whether you are looking for .in domain registration or .co.uk, it is safe to say that sourcing the need to a domain registrar in India is sure to be a wise decision. With the country emerging as a leading IT destination, you are sure to find the perfect blend of exemplary proficiency and cost effectiveness by registering the domain through a registrar based in India.

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Understanding the Domain Name Registration process

Domain Name  Registration is the most basic step in setting up a website. Like every individual has a unique name, the website also requires a name so that it can be distinguished from others and can be referred to on the internet. By registering a name for your website you basically give an identity to your website on the web. 

Most of us somehow think that selecting a domain name is a very easy task, right? Just think of any name and get it registered. This can be a good option if you are planning to use it for your own personal blog. But if you are seeking to register the name for your business website, a good amount of research must be done in order to pick the most suitable name. Therefore it is always advised to a user to carefully assess the name before registering it. Here are some useful tips that can help you to register a great name for your business website. 

Ideally the name should be short and simple, so that it is easier for others to recall. It is mostly recommended that a user must think of a generic name, as these are considered very easy to remember. But as the internet industry has expanded considerably in the last few years, most of the generic names are no longer available for registration. Long and hyphenated names are generally not recommended for registration as they tend to confuse users. Moreover, people seldom remember lengthy names. So what to do? You can try to register a name that is either your company’s name or a name that is related to your business. In fact it is generally suggested to select a name that reflects about your business. This is considered very important as by doing so you can increase your visibility on search engines and have a high ranking on them. 

The process for registering a name is very simple and similar to any online purchase. You can simply visit a website of a registrar, Check Domain for its availability, pick an extension that is available for registration and make a payment. Now you would also be wondering about how to find a suitable registrar. Most registrars offer features like domain parking, locking and access to DNS (domain name server) control panel when you Buy Domain Names from them. These companies are generally the ones that are mostly recommended for registering domains. 

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The Different Values Of Domain Names

Before you can even start earning some money and making profits with selling domains you will have to find a domain registrar. There are several out there in the world wide web but not every one of them is as good as they're stating on their different internet sites. So choose wisely. The domain shouldn't cost more than $ 10.00 max per year. When I register a domain I always go for the com's. Don't go for the org's, net's etc., stay with the com's because they're the most used domain endings in the web and people are willing to pay or invest more money for the com's than for any other domain endings. 

The most valuable domain names you can register are two letter domains. Whenever you will have the opportunity to register a two letter domain, go for it, it doesn't matter which letters the two letters are, go and register it and it will bring you thousands and thousands of dollars. But make sure it's a com domain. Same goes with three letter domains, these kinds of domain names are very rare too and people are willing to pay thousands of dollars. You can go to any domain registrar and try to register one of these domains. But great luck has to be with you to get a hand one on because most aren't available anymore. Sometimes when I find a bit of time I go and do some testing on three letter domains. One time I was lucky and ran into an available three letter domain. I sold it later on for $4,300.- 

Most of the "One Word" domains aren't available anymore also. Many people call these kinds of domains dictionary domains. So, you could go ahead, grab any dictionary, open a page and try to register any word of the dictionary. For example, try to register furniture.com or kitchen.com or umbrella.com. It really doesn't matter; you will see that it's very hard to register one of the dictionary domains. I think you got it! Whenever you stumble across an available dictionary name go ahead and register it. This domain will definitely make you good money. 

For now it's even hard to register "Two Word" domains - logical two word domains. You can try to register for example kitchendoor or schoolbus or truckdriver. Whenever you can get a hand on one of these domains register it and make an extra income.

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10 Commandments of Domain Name Value

Domain Name 10 Commandments - BEFORE you choose or buy a domain name; understand the ten issues involved in choosing the right domain name the first time. First, the list that we work from when conducting a custom Domain Name Analysis (DNA). Then the explanations of each commandment follow.

TEN COMMANDMENTS OF INTERNET DOMAIN NAME VALUE
1 - The name shall have Development Value
2 - The name shall have .Dot value
3 - The name shall have Brand Recognition
4 - The name shall be Search Engine Friendly
5 - The name shall be Linguistically Viable
6 - The name shall have Traffic or Revenue
7 - The name shall have Industry Strength
8 - The name shall have Sales Value History
9 - The name shall have Intrinsic Value
10 - The name shall have Market Potential

1 - Development Value
A names base line value is based on the ability to use it. One of the primary issues we address in our DNA (Domain Name Analysis) is - Can this name be built into an instantly recognizable site whose name becomes synonymous with its content?
2 - .Dot Value
Dot.com's are, and probably always will be, more valuable than any other .dot designation. Even Dot.net's, and Dot.org's are by their very nature worth less on the open market. There are many reasons for this. One reason involves search engine rankings. Other issues pertain to the consumers hard to break habits. Note that .com is the internationally recognized extension for serious Internet business sites.
3 - Brand Recognition
Simple, familiar words work better than complicated, hard-to-spell ones. Short, catchy names in attractive industry segments are also very valuable. Kleenex is an example of brand recognition in the brick and mortar world. The brand name Kleenex was originally associated with facial tissue made BY KLEENEX ONLY. Because of powerful brand recognition however the name Kleenex came to literally equal ANY brand of facial tissue. "Will you hand me a Kleenex please". This is one of the areas where we rely heavily on our point of contact research and specialists experience with domain names. It is an area we do not analyze via computer algorithm. Rarely will any name receive an excellent valuation under this commandment unless it meets the above criteria AND carries the .Dot com extension.
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How to Sell Domain Names for profit

There was this person who purchased an outdated music player in the hope of earning profits by selling it. The end result was as expected and he was not able to the sell the same just because it had no resale value.

His friend was much brighter and had an eye for the future. Because he was sure that they would be in demand in the future, he had stocked up on a particular item. That the second person managed to sell off his goods at an enormous margin is obvious. The concept is the same as far as selling domain names are concerned.

Look at the length of a domain name while purchasing it. The shorter the name, the brighter are your chances of selling it because nobody has the time to type in long names and nobody can remember them too. To sell a domain at a good price it should have a good page ranking and should already have lots of visitors coming to the same.

You should keep this thing in mind while purchasing. One of the best ways to make money on domains is to purchase a site that has a low page ranking and is not optimized properly for the search engines. By spending a bit of money and time a professional can boost the page rankings of that site and then you can sell it off for a good profit.

If done properly, selling domain names… which is a lucrative business… shall help you earn lots of money. The reality is that there are many individuals who earn their living by selling domain names. By purchasing domains with a short name and selling it off immediately for a reasonable profit is how some people make fast money.

However, the real trick lies in holding the domain for some time and enhancing its page ranking during that period. This procedure enhances the amount of profit gained by disposing off domain names by a great margin. Domain names are up for sale on a number of sites and you can buy them from there. After you have enhanced their page rankings you have the option of selling them off on those same sites. You can also try out your luck on various domain related forums.

Your Domain Name: Why It Matters and How to Take Care of It

You can't overstate the importance of owning your own domain name. It's your own piece of virtual real estate on the World Wide Web, Just like property in the real world, your domain can become a very valuable piece of real estate if you develop it. Far too many business owners just don't see the potential that their domain name has. They forget to use it in their marketing materials and sometimes even forget to renew it, losing their grip on what could have been some prime property.

The following are some pointers on choosing and using your domain: Choose Wisely When it comes to your online presence, your domain name is synonymous with your brand. Decide carefully on your domain name, since it's going to change everything about your marketing efforts from here on in. A short name is always better, since it's easy to remember.

If your brand name doesn't have the advantage of being brief and catchy or you anticipate that it will take a while to become widely known then you may want to combine it with a keyword related to your business. Try not to choose a name which is very similar to another website which is already up and running; you could end up with some of their traffic and vice versa - traffic which probably isn't doing either of you any good. Domain Extensions What domain name extension you decide on depends on where your business is located, where your largest markets are and of course, which are available. You could choose .com, .com.au, .net, .org and so on depending on location and availability.

If your most important market is in Australia, then .com.au makes sense; it demonstrates to consumers that you are registered as a business in the country. If you're trying to sell worldwide, then .com is the way to go. Of course many of the good .com domains are already taken. If you can, buy both the .com and the .com.au extensions to protect your brand from a competitor setting up shop using a near identical domain name.

Domain Registrar Buy domain names only from a domain registrar with a good reputation. There may be someone cheaper, but you may end up with more trouble (or additional fees) than those savings are worth! Look for good customer service and complete access to your domain for easy account management. Free transfer to a different domain registrar if you find their service unsatisfactory is also something to look for.

Marketing Your Domain Keep your website in the minds of consumers by using it in all of your advertising and marketing materials, company letterhead, business cards, etc. Make sure to change your contact information to reflect your new domain based email address as well - this has a much more professional appearance. Don't Let Your Domain Expire! If your domain is an integral part of your business, forgetting your domain renewal could be disastrous. It's best to renew your domain in advance of the expiry date to ensure that your site has no outages and your email service is not interrupted.

If you let your registration lapse, someone else (probably a competitor) is likely to buy it. Any reputable domain name registrar will send you a domain renewal notice by email to remind you that your domain will be expiring soon. Watch Out For Scammers! There are con artists everywhere and the web has some who sell phony domain name services. These include fake domain renewals and what is called "blackmailing", where a scammer contacts you to say that they have a domain name for sale which is similar to your own - and that someone else is interested.

They'll offer to sell you the domain name at an inflated price of course. If you've received such an offer and suspect a scam, report it to your current domain registrar and ask them what to do. The end result here is that you should select your domain name carefully and then watch over it as you would any other part of your business as you develop this piece of cyberspace real estate into a valuable and profitable part of your business...

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Domain Name Registration Period - Does It Count?

There is some common advice on the Internet that if you register your domain name for a longer period than the customary 1 year, for example a 2 year or even 5 year period, that it will give you an advantage in the Search Engines. Is this really true?

The length of your domain name registration has a minor effect upon the rankings. All that you really gain from registering for 5 or 10 years as opposed to 1 or 2 years is the added convenience of not having to register your domain name again. In theory, if you register for a longer period of time, Google will place a higher value on your page through Trustrank.

In theory, Trustrank is ranking indicator for your domain that takes both the age of the site as well as the length that it has been registered for, into consideration. There is no hard evidence that Google actually HAS a Trustrank algorithm. Even though there was research done by Yahoo on the concept of Trustrank, and Google has previously registered a trademark for the name, the two has nothing to do with each other and Google has even dropped the trademark. Search engines therefore do not take the length of your registration period into account.

The only age related factor in search engine ranking is the actual age of the site but even this could be due to the fact that due to the mere age of the site, the site has had more opportunity to collect links back to it and would therefore of course do better in the search engines due to that. Once again, the idea that links from well established sites count more than from new sites has nothing really to do with the actual age of the site where the link is coming from, but more with the reputation of the site itself.

After all, some link farms have been around forever, not so? But do make sure that you re-register your domain name soon enough. There are groups of people that scan for soon to be expired domain names with the intention of buying them and exploiting their established business. Luckily most registrars have a grace period of about 45 days available that you can use to re-instate a domain that was deleted due to negligence or by mistake. If you really want to stay ahead of the competition, you might consider registering or renewing your domain name for 100 years.

Currently, Network Solutions (www.netsol.com) is the only registrar offering the 100 year option, which costs $999.00. GoDaddy (www.godaddy.com), currently offers to renew or register a domain name for 10 years, at a discount of $6.95 per year. But all in all, the most important thing is to get a good quality name.

Choose a name that is short, easy to remember, easy to say and easy to spell and use it to build your brand and identity on the web. Good domain names are not easy to get these days but with a little creativity you can still come up with a good name. After all, nobody knew what a 'Google' was in the days BG, Before Google!
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Is Domain Squatting A Great Business for You?

Domain squatting is a very unconventional and yet very successful business if you know how to go for it. You can earn good money by selling domain names that you have kept parked. Domain name squatting has resulted in some big money for the people dealing with it! It is a great business to opt for if you want to make some money with very less effort. Market speculation is very important for this and if you are not careful with what you are doing, you may end up with a lawsuit.

Here is some information that will render better awareness about this business. How To Select Domain Names And What Does It Cost Registering a domain name is quite cheap. Moreover, if you are not happy with it, you can cancel it within the first 5 days and get a full refund of the money you spent. However, it can get you a huge amount of money.

Domain names have been sold for as high as 8 million USD in the past! While it is parked, you can even use it to earn some money through advertisements like the pay-per-click programs. Even this can generate some good money for you while you wait for a good offer to come your way.

Try to utilize the forwarding and redirection service of your domain registrar for this. How Else Can You Use The Domain Name While It Is Parked You can even opt for affiliate marketing with your parked domain. Simply use your domain to divert traffic to other sites that have similar content that relates your domain name.

For example, if your domain name is www.greatshoes4u.com, you can tie up with a shoe company and direct your traffic to their website when a user visits your site. This can generate you good money as well. While you wait, check the demand and the market value of domain names similar to yours on the various auctioneer sites.

When you feel that the market is ready to offer you good money for your domain name, make your move and sell your domain name at the price that suits you. The important thing to consider is if you are selecting the proper domain names that will get you good money when you sell them.

Speculate this with intelligence and then choose a domain name that you think will work the best. This will enable you to make good profits and save you from wasting your money on names that will never see any demand...

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THE PERFECT DOMAIN NAME

We all know the Internet is an endless spring of community, entertainment, commerce and information. Unlike traditional mediums (print, TV, radio, brick and mortar businesses), the web promotes interaction by enabling everyone with a computer and a connection to cautiously dip their toes or cannonball full force into the world's biggest pool party.

Encouraging that do-it-yourself spirit in each of us are an endless line of designers, programmers and hosts who are anxious to assist even the most technically timid to sprout wings with their own site. However, you'll never make it out of the nest if you don't have the perfect domain name for your site. And thus, the search begins.

Before wasting time by throwing darts at names on a wall, it's best to maintain focus and recognize a few naming parameters. First off, it's paramount that the domain name doesn't confuse potential visitors. Strive for a site name that sounds exactly like it's spelled so you don't need a search engine to find it.

A quick trip to Alexa's Top 100 U.S. sites shows there are few exceptions to this rule. With most basic words already spoken for, be prepared to get creative, mixing words together or coming up with an appropriate onomatopoeia. While it's a good idea for a domain name to describe the site, it's equally important to come up with an original name that is catchy enough to be passed along at the water cooler. Look no further than domain names Yahoo or Google.

While these names really don't reveal much about two of the web's most visited sites, they're easy to recall and short on syllables, making it simple for first-timers to find. If you're after serious traffic, commit to securing a “.com� name. It only takes a quick trip to Alexa to discourage any thoughts of settling for less popular “.org,� “.net� or “.info.� Of the Top 100 traffic-ranked sites in the United States, only 10 ended with something other than “.com.�

At the end of the day, why argue with 90% of the country's most-visited sites. Now that you're armed with these factors, head over to your favorite domain name registrar. Don't get too discouraged when you discover the fabulous names you've painstakingly researched are already spoken for. This is your opportunity to recruit family and friends to get involved by emailing them your naming guidelines.

Don't be surprised if someone who isn't invested in the project suggests the perfect, available name. The company I work for recently survived the re-naming process and we still have the bruises to show for it. Originally named RadioFire.net, we're a site that allows people to discover unsigned music artists in their own communities and across the country.

With a complete redesign underway to amplify a more community-oriented experience, our design firm said the “.net� name had to go. The “.com� version of our domain name wasn't available, so we followed the steps above. After much brainstorming and research, we feel we've hit a home run that will elevate our site's experience. Curious? You'll have to stay tuned for the re-launch. In the meantime, dive into your own website with a great domain name...

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Why buy a Domain Name?

Whether you are young individual trying to make your mark on web or a struggling small scale business wanting to explore the horizons of the internet, one thing that can really change the picture for you in this dot com world is your ‘DOMAIN NAME’!

In fact, the best way to kick start online is to get a short yet descriptive, easy to pronounce and easier to spell domain name for your website.

You may be offering a splendid service and have your website designed by the best designers but if you want to make your presence felt on the internet, the supreme marketing power of a GOOD DOMAIN NAME IS A MUST! Why settle for a domain name that’s not going to do any good to you and your business when you can buy a unique and high value domain name from us for the best prices?

Whether you are looking for a domain name with .com, .net or any other extension, you will be astounded by the splendid options that you can get here at discounted prices! There are several obvious advantages of buying the hottest domain name for your website – You product or service gets a brand value! You derive an identity for yourself and your business!

Good domain names are easy to remember and super easy to spell! So the chances are that you will drive more traffic to your website using simple SEO tactics. Your old clients keep coming back to you and it’s easy to attract new ones as well! You don’t have to bother to change your domain name time and time again if you already have one that easily rolls off the tongue!

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