How the Early Access Program from Donuts works

by Meg

Whenever a new domain extension is launched it usually follows a sequence of launch phases, starting with Sunrise, then Landrush, and ending with the open-ended General Availability. Donuts, the registry for hundreds of new domain extensions has chosen to replace the Landrush period with something called the Early Access Program or EAP. This article explains how the Early Access Program works and what it means for you.

Creative Commons - changing the way people consume & use media

by Meg

Creative Commons is the non-profit organisation that provides an alternative to the automatic “all rights reserved” copyright that is automatically created whenever someone creates something new. It hopes to build a richer, better and more vibrant culture, through a more open, and shareable Internet. I was lucky enough to catch up with Elliot Harmon from Creative Commons to find out more ...

How to choose a memorable domain name that'll work

by Meg

Does your domain name pass the billboard test? If your domain name is on an advertising billboard by the side of a busy road, will drivers be able to read, understand and remember your name as they whizz past? Exposure is brief, drivers are hopefully concentrating on the road, and they can’t take notes. This article will give you the top tips on choosing a memorable domain name.

Niche search engines deliver highly-targeted search results

by Meg

With the launch of the new gTLDs, how will users find what they're looking for? There are going to be millions of new domain names to search through. As a new domain registry, how will you ensure users can find domain names with your sparkly new extension? Implementing your own niche search engine is the way to go. As a new domain registry, what do you think?

.EU domain registration opens to three new countries

by Meg

From January 8, residents of Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway will be able to register .EU domain names. Previously, the .EU domain extension was restricted to residents of the European Union; keep reading for more information...

Epic infographic - The evolution of domain names

by Cornelius

We all know that domain names are amazing and fantastic, and quite possibly the best thing ever invented. Without them the Web would just be a bunch of numbers; a world where websites only have IP addresses and EuroDNS doesn't exist.