Re: Forum Project Step 2-3
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What are the disadvantages to using .net domains? The domain I'd like to use is already registered as a .com, but it's just a squatter page full of ads. Is it safer to pick something else and stick with .com?
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The main disadvantage is that people are used to typing .com at the end of a web address.
Whenever I have bought a domain I always buy the .com and .net. You never know if your site will be a hit. If it is a hit and someone buys the .net or .com version of your address they may leech off of your popularity. Plus, if they start a spamming campaign via email, forum or other methods it can hurt your image.
It is inexpensive to buy both the .com and .net versions of your address.
On a separate note, if your address is widget.com don't forget to buy widgets.com as well. This is for the same reasons as above.
When I buy an address I check the availability of .com, .net and its plural version if applicable.
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