Step 1 - Get A Domain

What.

A domain is the name that is typed in to your browser, usually Internet Explorer or Netscape. Most of the time it has www in front, such as:

www.dw.com.au

The domain is actually dw.com.au. The .au bit designates it as an Australian domain.

You don’t have to have an Australian domain. Anybody may register other types, such as .com. eg friedeggs.com

To register a domain ending in .com.au, you have to be a registered businss with an ABN or CAN.

This does not apply to .com and other domains; it’s a case of first in.

The prices are around $70.00 per year and are usually registered for 2 years.

Domain registration is important. Check yours.

How

Do It Yourself.

You can register a domain online yourself. Just provide the information as requested and have your business details handy.

The system will tell you if the name you want is available or not.

The information required:

Domain requested. (if you have a common name, you may have to try a few. Most generic words are gone) Name and contact details Business Details Credit Card / Payment Details DriftWood provides domain DIY registration at: www.dw.com.au/domains

Have someone one do it for you.

We can do all the registration for you. Contact us and we will ask you for the details and handle the process for you free of charges. (Only applies to Australian billing address)

Drop us an email at: info@dw.com.au and we’ll take it from there.

So once you have your domain, the next step is hosting.