Website hosting and domain name registration

The process of securing a distinctive name for your website, such as www.example.com, is known as domain name registration. Your website's online address is this name, which needs to be registered with a domain name registrar. Companies like GoDaddy, Namecheap, and Google Domains are just a few that provide domain name registration services. Depending on the registrar and the particular domain name you select, the cost to register a domain name can change.

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The act of putting your website's files on a server that is linked to the internet is known as website hosting. When a user enters the domain name of your website into their browser, their computer establishes a connection with the server hosting your website and downloads the required files to show the website. Website hosting services are provided by a wide variety of businesses, including Bluehost, HostGator, and SiteGround. Depending on the hosting company and the particular hosting plan you select, the cost of website hosting can change.

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In order to launch a website, you will typically need both a registered domain name and a website hosting service. Some companies offer both domain name registration and website hosting services, which can make the process of launching a website more streamlined.