domain name naming authority Last modified: Tuesday, February 10, 2009
In domain name system terminology, the naming authority is the entity responsible for the allocation and distribution of domain names. A naming authority is often restricted to a particular level of domains such as .com, .net, or .edu. See "Registering a Domain Name" and "Understanding Internet Governance" in the Did You Know...? section of Webopedia. See also "Countries and Their Domain Extensions" in Webopedia's Quick Reference Section.
ICANN Home Page  Excellent resource containing an organizational overview, FAQs, events, committees, supporting organizations, related links, and news items. ICANNWatch Presents issues, news, and ICANN's actions regarding the Domain Name System. ISP-Planet Founded in April, 1999 by Ted Stevenson as part of internet.com's xSP Channel, ISP-Planet was designed from the start to address the concerns of Internet Service Providers. ISP-Planet covers the main areas of interest for Internet Service Providers such as equipment, perspectives, Fixed wireless, industry news & trends, market research, news, and more. Webopedia's "Did You Know...?" Section Use this Webopedia knowledge section for an in-depth overview of specific technologies and occurrences in the areas of Computer Science, The Internet, and Computer Hardware and Software. Webopedia's Quick Reference Section Use this Webopedia reference section for information on common Internet and computer facts and occurrences.

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