Buying a domain name is very easy. I'll start with some background information about domain names, and then I'll go through how to buy them.

Domain names are issued by most countries, and the issue is managed by registrars in each country. The registrars usually appoint resellers, who you deal with to purchase the names.

You don't actually purchase a name. What you pay for is the right to use that name for a certain period, and you can then renew it.

The rules for domain name registration vary for each country.

Some countries require you to be a resident, and meet certain conditions before you can register a name from that country. Other countries only that you have a credit card that can be charged.

The most common names end in .com, and are issued by the U.S.A. It can be difficult to find the name that you want, but sometimes you can combine two words, or invent a word that is availabe to be registered. Or perhaps you can use a different ending like .net, .org, .info, or one of the many others that are available.

However, a .com name is the best - if you can get it.

Domain Name Purchase Process:

First of all, you will need to find somewhere to purchase your domain name.

You'll easily be able to find thousands of places on google who will sell you a name, or you can ask your domain owning friends who they have used.

You'll find quite a range of prices - from a few dollars to thirty or forty dollars a year for a .com name.

The going rate for .com names is around $10 per year. Domains from other countries will have different pricing, so shop around to get the "feel" for the average price. On the other hand, there are usually hidden strings attached to resellers or hosting companies who offer you "free" or very cheap domains.

There's no reason to use a more expensive provider. You'll get nothing "extra", as virtually all resellers offer similar domain management control panels where you can set up and maintain all aspects of the name you have registered.

Some may include extra services like private registration in the price, but this should not increase the cost much.

1. Choose your domain name reseller.

2. Create an account with them. This is free, and you'll have to provide your name, address, and other contact details. You'll have to set up a username and password to access this account.

3. In your account, there will be a link to Register a domain name. Click on this.

4. Type in the domain name that you want to register. You should receive immediate notification if it is available for registration.

5.. If the name is available, you'll be asked for your payment details. After this is processed, the domain name will be yours, and you can manage it from your account.

After you have purchased your domain name, you will be able to connect it to your email services and website using the facilities in your domain registration control panel.

If you need multiple domain names, I suggest that you buy them from the same reseller if possible, as this makes management of them much easier.