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Domain names are how we call websites, in much the same way that we call people by their names.

It's important to realize that while people often have identification numbers but always have names, websites always have a number called an IP address to identify them, while they often have domain names as well.

Why Does My Site Need a Domain Name?

It's easier for people to remember names than numbers. I can't prove it, it just seems like one of those things you take for granted. Many feel that having their own domain name is an expense that can wait or that it takes more knowledge than you posess. Neither of these are valid.

Let me explain. First of all the cost of getting a domain name is only Rs.500/$11.00per year. That breaks down to less than Rs.50/$1.00 per month. And it is tax deductable.

Secondly, the process of obtaining your own Domain is extremely simple. The hardest part is deciding what to call yourself. (See "How Do I Choose a Name?" below.) We at Candidinfo.com will set you up by just filling out a short form ( Click here to register your domain name) . You can either pay online or by cheque or demand draft.

Why Have My Own Domain?

1) The Number One reason is to add credibility to your business. When you have a web site you ARE a business owner. Very few people will ever view your Internet Business as serious without your willingness to take this step to present yourself as a professional. It all boils down to this: "If you are not willing to invest Rs.500/$11.00 in your own business, How serious can you really be?"

2) Money - Increased Sales: In reality this is merely a result of increased credibility. Your Internet buyer does not know if you are a large corporation or a housewife working out of a closet in flannel pajamas. What you offer and how it is presented to a buyer IS what makes you successsful on the Internet. The buyers perceived impression of your company can ONLY be viewed as professional when you have your Own Domain.

3) Control - When you have your Own Domain, YOU are the Master. Should you decide to change web hosts, it's a simple transition. Your URL (Web address will not change). You are no longer required to post someone else's advertising on your site. Search Engines that were not willing to index your Free Page will now accept your listing readily. You can set up email addresses such as webmaster@yourdomain.com, sales@yourdomain.com, or editor@yourdomain.com. Suddenly your company takes on a more professional and Larger appearance.

How Do I Choose a Good Name For My Site?

This is the heart of the matter. I think that the factors that go into choosing the right domain name for your site include:

1. available
2. meaningful
3. easy to remember
4. hard to misspell

Your Internet Address (Domain Name) should reflect what you and your web site are all about. This is decidedly the most difficult decision you have to make. Begin by evaluating what you are marketing on your web site. Secondly create a list of possible URLs. Try to keep it as simple as possible or easy to remember. Even a long name is OK, if it reflects your business or what you are trying to present. (For example: A name
such as learntoreadandwrite.com is a long name but easy to remember and certainly would explain what your site is all about.)

The next step is to check on availabilty. If you think you have come up with the one and only perfect name for your web site, you may find that it has already been taken. Be prepared with several acceptable possibilities then check the avaliability at our domain registration section by visiting at http://canwebhosting.com/domain-registration.asp. Our whois database will give you up to the minute availability of your desired URL.

From this point, it is just a matter of minutes and you will be able to establish yourself as a Professional Internet Business by using our online registration form. If you are doing the online registration or if you have someone else do it for you, be sure that you are listed as the administrative contact. Doing so will give you the control over your site.