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DNS FAQ - Using Domain Name Services
I need to know the DNS servers at Peak10.
If you are using us as your default DNS server from your client use the following:
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Note: These servers will NOT respond outside of the Peak10 network. ***Do not use them to register domains.*** |
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Primary Query DNS server |
Secondary Query DNS server |
If you are registering domain names with an ICANN registrar use the following DNS servers:
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Note: These servers cannot be used as a client DNS resolver. |
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Primary Broadcast DNS server |
Secondary Broadcast DNS server |
What is a domain name?
A domain name is essentially a signpost on the Internet. Every website you've ever been to and every email you've ever composed, has used a domain name in its address. People register domain names in order to 'stake a claim' to a particular name -- whether for business or personal reasons. Once a domain name is registered to a person or company, it is that person's to use exclusively as long as they continue to pay the yearly renewal fee. Our domain name is Peak10.com.
I heard the "WHOIS" at Internic is not in real time.
WHOIS is a tool that permits people to access information about a particular domain name. Internic updates their WHOIS data twice every 24 hrs. This means the data it presents isn't as up-to-date as it could be. For example, if a domain name has transferred ownership, it's possible this fact wouldn't be available to you for up to twelve hours.
What's the difference between .com, .net, .org domain names?
Originally, the three letter extensions after the dot (or Top Level Domain/TLD) were meant to denote whether the domain name was being used for business (.com) charity/non-profit (.org) or for a technology based company (.net). However, with the explosion of the Internet (and specifically, the world wide web) as a new business medium, the lines were blurred and companies and individuals alike started cross-registering domains (ie. Me.com, me.net, me.org) just to protect their interests. Now, .com, .net and .org names (the generic Top Level Domains) can be used for any purpose.
When I "move" a domain how long does it take before my domain name is active?
For any domain name once your registrars announces that your domain name has been registered (or transferred, if applicable), it usually takes about 72-hours before it is active. All internet providers must update their records (DNS tables) to reflect new site locations. This is called propagation.
What's the difference between a ccTLD and a gTLD?
A gTLD is a generic Top Level Domain. These are top level domains that are NOT affiliated with any country and can be registered by anyone for a fee. Currently, these are .com, .net and .org. ccTLDs are Country Code Top Level Domains.These are the two character top level domain names affiliated with various countries around the world. Many ccTLDs are closed or restricted, requiring proof of residency in the country in question. Others are not restricted and can be purchased much like gTLDs.
This is fascinating. Where can I go for more information on the domain name space?
For a detailed account on the evolution of the domain space as a business phenomenon, please visit http://www.icann.org
If you need assistance our qualified staff are available to assist. Please contact our Network Operations center at (502) 315-6015 or email support@Peak10.com.
