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Introduction to Domain Names and Web Hosting - Quick Guide
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Introduction to Domain Names and Web Hosting - Quick Guide

Learn how Domain Names Work and Types of Web Hosting for any Web Development Project
Created byYouAccel Training
Last updated 7/2019
English
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What you'll learn

  • How Domain Names Work
  • How to Register a Domain Name
  • The Role of Domain Registrars
  • Types of Domains (TLD, CCTLD)
  • The Role of ICANN
  • How to conduct a Whois Search
  • How to Register a domain using GoDaddy
  • How to Administer a domain name using Godaddy
  • Setting up Domain Name Privacy, Auto-Renewal, Domain Forwarding
  • Domain Name Server Administration
  • Types of Web Hosting
  • Case Analysis - Shared, Virtual Private, Dedicated, Cloud Hosting
  • Assessing Scalability and Resource Requirements

Course content

2 sections • 14 lectures • 50m total length

  • Introduction to Domain Names2:48

    Register a domain name to create a unique web address, handled through registrars and registries, and choose a top-level domain such as .com, .net, or .org.

  • Domain Name Registrars2:41

    Choose a reputable registrar with security, online administration, and brand protection as your web presence grows, using established providers like SafeNames, CSC Global, MarkMonitor, or GoDaddy.

  • Domain Registration2:35

    Register and administer a domain name by checking availability on the GoDaddy search bar, compare premium versus standard pricing, and add the chosen extension to your cart before checkout.

  • Registration & Privacy Protection7:06

    Explore how domain privacy shields ownership details from WHOIS, understand registrar and name servers, and configure privacy options while setting up cloud hosting and a personalized domain email.

  • Control Panel Sign-In1:42

    Sign in to the Go Daddy dot com control panel, access the domains menu, and manage your domain details, renewals, and DNS settings.

  • Auto-Renewal & Domain Lock2:22

    Enable auto renew to prevent expiration and keep your domain active. Use domain lock with an authorization code to safeguard transfers and respect the 60-day transfer rule.

  • Domain Forwarding2:18

    Forward a domain or subdomain to another site using domain forwarding and subdomain forwarding. Choose permanent or temporary redirects and update name servers and DNS settings for effective redirection.

  • Nameservers1:22

    Learn how name servers determine domain resolution to the correct web server and how DNS zone files expose primary name servers, IP addresses, and mail delivery settings.

  • Update Registration Information1:14

    Learn how to update your domain registration information by viewing and editing the registrant, administrative, technical, and billing contacts, including how to remove domain privacy to reveal personal contact details.

Requirements

  • Basic Computer Skills

Description

Course: Introduction to Domain Names and Web Hosting - Quick GuideDomain Names Section:

Take a look at all the exciting concepts we will cover below:

We provide an overview of the domain name registration process. This includes the role of registrars and TLD (Top Level Domain) administration by ICANN. ccTLD's (Country Code Top Level Domains) are also explored.

Students will gain hands-on experience with the registration process using popular domain registrars. We will provide a comparison of different registrars and register a sample domain name using GoDaddy. Other topics of discussion will include: domain name privacy and administration, auto-renewal, domain forwarding, and name server assignment.


Web Hosting Section:

We conduct an in-depth case analysis of web hosting solutions including: Shared, Virtual Private, Dedicated and Cloud Hosting.

We provide an overview of various packages offered by different web hosting companies and weigh the pros and cons of each one.

Students are also introduced to the importance of web server scalability and the advantages of cloud hosting over traditional hosting services. We also examine the infrastructure requirements of popular, resource intensive applications such as Netflix and Facebook to emphasize the importance of avoiding costly mistakes in the initial stages of development.

What you'll learn

  • How Domain Names Work

  • How to Register a Domain Name

  • The Role of Domain Registrars

  • Types of Domains (TLD, CCTLD)

  • The Role of ICANN

  • How to conduct a Whois Search

  • How to Register a domain using GoDaddy

  • How to Administer a domain name using Godaddy

  • Setting up Domain Name Privacy, Auto-Renewal, Domain Forwarding

  • Domain Name Server Administration

  • Types of Web Hosting

  • Case Analysis - Shared, Virtual Private, Dedicated, Cloud Hosting

  • Assessing Scalability and Resource Requirements

Who this course is for:

  • Students interested in starting a Website
  • Students interested in registering a Domain name
  • Students interested in hosting a Web Application using different Hosting Packages

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