A domain name is your unique internet identity that is used by the public to locate and communicated with you in cyberspace. It is formed by the rules and procedures of the Domain Name System (DNS), your registered domain name will be registered in the global DNS accessible all around the world.
A top-level domain (TLD) is one of the domain names that is at the highest level in the hierarchical DNS, it is not bind to any country and is registered under the global records at Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN).
There are different types of TLDs, and they can tell you about the kind of website you're visiting or where it's from. Here are a few types:
· Generic TLDs (.com, .org, .net, etc.) – These are the most common and popular choice.
.com: Originally for businesses but now used by almost anyone.
.org: Originally for organizations or non-profits.
.net: Originally for network-related sites but used widely now.
· Newer or Special TLDs (.tech, .store, .xyz, etc.) – These are more specific or creative, often used for businesses, hobbies, or projects.
.tech: Used for tech-related sites.
.store: For e-commerce or shopping sites.