Education Center
As a trusted leader at the very heart of the Internet, it is Verisign’s responsibility to educate others on getting online, how the domain name system works and more.
Our mission is to deliver flawless network performance to enable the full potential of the Internet. That’s possible because we are committed to investing, innovating, improving, and expanding Internet infrastructure and services to meet the growth and demands of the Internet. Explore the features below to learn more about Verisign’s business and the Internet world.
WHAT GOES INTO A DOMAIN NAME?
Discover how a domain is central to what we do online. It’s where every Internet story starts. Let’s start with a few basics.
DOMAIN NAME BASICS
Learn the basics of domain names by literally starting to the right of the first period or "dot."
DOMAIN NAME SYSTEM
Learn how the domain name system (DNS) connects you to a website. When you type in a Web address, or URL, it matches that typed name with the IP address for that location.
DOMAIN NAME FAQ
Browse frequently asked questions about domain names and registrars.
GLOSSARY
Review commonly used glossary terms and phrases about domain names, registries and network intelligence.
HOW THE DOMAIN NAME SYSTEM WORKS
Explore what keeps more than 2 billion Internet users and 252 million domain names connecting—and how Verisign helps to make it happen.
SMALL BUSINESS RESOURCES
Learn the importance of small businesses being online and how Verisign helps makes sure their web presence is secure.
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