A Domain Name works like a mail address forwarding service. The content of your Web Site basically sits on a computer that has been assigned a unique address. This unique address is called an IP address. An IP address is made up of a set of 4 numbers, such as 133.356.368.192. Your Domain Name (w w w.yourdomainname.com) is cross referenced with an IP address that directs visitors to your web site. Remember that a Domain Name must be unique.
We use Domain Names instead of IP addresses because most people find it easier to remember a name rather than a series of numbers.
