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Why should I register a domain name?A domain is unique and can only be registered for one user. If someone else, perhaps a competitor, is able to register the name you would like before you do, you may not be able to put this right A domain name is a text name which is used as a convenient way of finding your way around the Internet. It is part of a system called Domain Name Service (DNS) which provides you with an easy-to-remember address. The DNS actually converts the domain name (e.g. bull-electrical.co.uk) into an Internet Protocol (IP) number (e.g.194.127.353.13) etc. Registering a domain name on the Internet is the equivalent of registering a company name at Companies House. Once registered, no-one else can use that name. As there are many companies with similar names, it is important to register a suitable domain name for your company as soon as possible. Registering a suitable domain name is advisable to ensure your clients can easily remember the address of information you provide on the Internet. Names must have a minimum of 3 characters (bull.co.uk is acceptable but bu.co.uk is not) Do I need a web site as well? No, you can just register your domain name and leave it dormant until you are ready to use it. This would prevent other companies with like names 'beating you to it'
How long can I keep my domain name for? As long as you like! The £150 setup charge covers your domain name for a period of 2 years. At the end of this period you will be able to renew your domain name for a further two years. If I wanted a web site what would be the cost? If you were able to design your own web site and upload the information to our servers the cost would be £100 a year for a 5Mb site plus £100 one off setup charge. 5Mb is quite a lot of space (200 images) If you wanted a site designed for you based on your company literature, price lists photographs etc the cost would be (say for something like these pages) £500 plus £100 one off setup charge.
Annual costs for Web Site Hosting
What about e-mail? If you opt for a web site with us this will include up to 5 e-mail address of your own choice. Why would I use Bull Electrical for these services?
The following section is for you to use to establish if the Domain Name you require is available at the moment.Domain name checking service
If your Domain name is not already taken you can apply now using the form below, we will then register your domain name for you. The charge for this service is £150+ vat.
Domain name registration application form
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