Why should I register a domain name?
A domain name is not a website. It's simply an address someone uses to find a website. Registering a domain name is an integral part of creating a website. Your domain name will already be yours and active when you’re ready to launch your website.

Do I own the domain name that I've registered?
Legally, you only own a license to use the domain name provided there are no trademark disputes. Your secured domain name will be yours for as long as you maintain the yearly registration fees.

What are the valid characters for a domain name and how long can it be?
A domain name can be up to 67 characters long -- including the 4 characters used to identify the Top Level Domain ( .NET, .COM, .ORG, or .EDU ). The only valid characters for a domain name are letters, numbers and a hyphen "-".