What's the difference between .com, .net, .org domain names?

What's the difference between .com, .net, .org domain names?

Originally, the three letter extensions after the dot (or Top Level Domain/TLD) were meant to denote whether the domain name was being used for business (.com) charity/non-profit (.org) or for a technology based company (.net). However, with the explosion of the Internet (and specifically, the world wide web) as a new business medium, the lines were blurred, and companies and individuals alike started cross-registering domains (ie. Me.com, me.net, me.org) just to protect their interests. Now, .com, .net, and .org names (the generic Top Level Domains) can be used for any purpose.

All websites need to have a Domain Name and Hosting account before they can even start. If you’re just looking to take on the UK market then .co.uk is the extension you need. If your going global then .com is your best bet. There is no point confusing the issue with .net or .org unless you have set your heart on a name and it is already gone with .com and .co.uk.