.net domain information

The .net domain is a global top-level domain on the Internet, named after "Network". It's as popular as .com and .org and is often used by Internet Service Providers, network technology suppliers, cybersecurity firms, software developers, cloud services, and other network-related businesses.

Introduction

The .net top-level domain was established in January 1985 and is now the second most preferred TLD after .com. As of March 2020, there are about 13.4 million .net domain registrations.

Verisign, which acquired Network Solutions, operates the .net domain, while ICANN is the organization responsible for domain management.

The first .net domain created was nordu.net, registered on January 1, 1985, and NORDUnet has used it since.

Originally designed for Internet Service Providers (ISPs) offering internet access, hosting, and other network services, the use of .net domains has expanded over time to include network technology suppliers, cybersecurity firms, software developers, cloud service providers, and other network-related entities and organizations.

Target market

Organizations or companies involved in Internet-related network services

Restrictions

None

Intended use

Initially intended to serve network service providers and infrastructure companies.

Dispute resolution policy

The .net domain names adhere to the Uniform Domain-Name Dispute-Resolution Policy (UDRP), as well as any applicable registrar-specific policies.

Typical users

1. Cisco (Cisco Systems, a leading global supplier of network equipment) - www.cisco.com
2. ARIN (American Registry for Internet Numbers) - www.arin.net
3. PHP (a programming language) - www.php.net
4. ASP (a programming language) - www.asp.net
5. Microsoft Azure (a cloud service provider) - www.azure.com

Registrar prices

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