Written by Ben Howard

Most internet users still recognize .com as the original “commercial” domain extension. Today the real question is whether .com gives your brand an edge—or if an alternative top-level domain (TLD) such as .io, .ai, or .xyz might serve just as well or better. A quick refresher: a TLD is everything that appears after the dot; […]

Choosing a web address means settling on two parts: the second‑level domain (SLD)—everything before the dot—and the top‑level domain (TLD)—everything after it. The domain shapes first impressions of your site and brand, so weighing .com against .net deserves careful thought. Below, we compare their origins, popularity, use cases, and SEO considerations to help you pick […]

Whether you’ve been casually buying and selling domains for years or you’re interested in selling your first one, you have a critical question to answer before you put your digital asset on the market: “How much is my domain name worth?”   The worth of your domain depends on several variables—factors we’ll break down in […]

Every day, thousands of websites become targets of cyberattacks. And it’s not only large corporations at risk. In 2023, an estimated 41% of small businesses suffered from cyberattacks—almost doubling from 22% in 2021. (Insurance Business, 2024)  The need for a secure website has never been greater. Website security measures protect sensitive information, establish trust, and […]