A domain
name is your identity on the internet - it is the address used for your
website and your email. If
you are in business, you really need your own domain name - this gives
you independence from any specifc Internet Service Provider as you can
move your domain to different providers, and can own the domain forever
- providing you keep the annual renewals up to date.
When selecting a domain, make sure it is:
Easy to remember Easy to spell without confusion Relates closely to your
business name or activity. Not unneccessarily long.
Registering
a dot IE domain name is more expensive than dot com - and you have to
provide more proof of identity than you would for a dot com name. All
applicants applying for a .ie domain name who are not situated in the
32 counties of Ireland, must demonstrate a Real and Substantive Connection
with Ireland
Hosting
Ireland - can supply all your domain name registration
needs from €20 Euro per year. IE or COM NEt ORG EU domains available.
They also provide Linux or Windows hosting from €30 a year with no
setup fee.
UK2
- a UK based hosting provider. Also seller of cheap domain names.
.co.uk, .net, .orh, .info .com all available. (No Irish domains here)
