2014年3月14日星期五

Go Global with a .CO Web Address - NiceNIC.NET

Go Global with a CO Web Address - NiceNIC.NET

Are you ready to take your website from regional to global? Worldwide recognition is just two letters away. People everywhere are familiar with .CO web addresses. So by upgrading your web address to the internationally recognized .CO domain, you'll be seen as a global player. Plus, your web address will be shorter. And that's always a good thing.


From startups and small businesses to big brands and multi-national corporations, the .CO domain is the web address of choice for innovation and creativity.  .CO gives your big ideas a way to stand apart on the world’s next premier web address.

Go Global with a CO Web Address - NiceNIC.NET

.CO is recognized as meaning company or corporation across countries, cultures and languages.  Millions of people, businesses, products and brands are claiming their domains, expanding their reach and building the next-generation Internet with the .CO domain extension.    


THE KEY BENEFITS of .CO
>> It's Memorable
For many, the two letters – C-O – are recognized as meaning company or corporation across the globe.
>> It's Short
With an increasing number of people web browsing on mobile devices, the need for short and memorable web addresses has never been so important.
>> It's SEO Friendly
.CO works the same as domains such as .com, .net or .org.  Websites built with the .CO extension are given equal treatment for SEO.
>> It's Global
.CO is different in that it is more general in meaning and not niche specific for certain markets or regions
>> And more

Go Global with a CO Web Address - NiceNIC.NET

Find out what .CO can do for you:

.CO is helping innovators break new ground one site at a time.  It offers individuals, organizations and businesses a truly global, recognizable and credible option for branding their online presence. 

Get your .CO today with NiceNIC.NET
Discover how you can bring your big ideas to life with .CO Domain Name!  
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2014年3月13日星期四

DotAsia CEO: Importance of .ASIA Domain for SMBs - NiceNIC.NET

Edmon Chung, DotAsia CEO, presented at a Hosting Summit on the importance of IDNs and its implications for small businesses.

DotAsia CEO: Importance of .ASIA Domain for SMBs - NiceNIC.NET

Chung says that the purpose of an IDN is to get more people online. With localized domain names, it is easier for businesses to relate to customers. Businesses in India use local language and this becomes an added advantage for SMBs, he says.
Why a Domain Name is Critical
"On the internet, perception is a reality." he says.
Domain names once were used as merely a navigation tool but they are now recognized as a brand itself. Chung says 30 percent of Google's ranking algorithm is based solely on domain names.
He iterated the common mistakes done by SMEs, which are as follows:
Deciding on a company name before a domain name: Chung says that this selection should go hand in hand; that is, a company name should be decided by keeping the domain name in perspective.
People tend to register very long domain names which makes it very tough to memorize or recollect thereby losing its novelty.
People are generally not willing to spend too much on domain names.
He said that small sites should resort to names that are general which makes it more meaningful and that is where IDNs come into play. He urged the audience to have more than one domain associated to their business so that the traffic meant for their domains can be reclaimed by the subordinate domains that are used for the business along with the central domain.

What Are We Missing?
Chung explained how users have been searching in their local language and how these searches could reach the right destination owing to IDNs. He says searches on Facebook and Twitter have surpassed Google in some areas, thereby emphasizing on the potential use of IDNs.



DotAsia CEO: Importance of .ASIA Domain for SMBs - NiceNIC.NET

Having a .com site could mean less to the general mass, according to Chung. That is, they might relate .com to computer, communication, company, etc. Whereas, when it comes to .asia it's not the case, because the correspondence to the domain name is strong. DotAsia is one the very few gTLDs that has opted for IDNs to be integrated into its TLDs. For eastern asian markets, Chung says if a small business wants to move a step closer towards making their products or services available to a larger audience, a .asia website would be helpful.

Chung says Google and Amazon are vying for namespace and cloud space with 101 and 76 new gTLD applications, respectively. He mentioned how there has been a rise in the usage of registration of .asia gTLDs as the highest number of registrations for .asia was from Japan as opposed to the US last year.


Chung concluded his presentation by discussing why DotAsia is not only about generating revenue but is also about creating more value by initiatives like olpc.asia (One Laptop Per Child).

DotAsia CEO: Importance of .ASIA Domain for SMBs - NiceNIC.NET

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Knowledge about Taiwan .TW Domain Name - NiceNIC.NET

Knowledge about Taiwan .TW Domain Name - NiceNIC.NETWhat's .TW domain name?

The .TW country code top-level domain name (ccTLD) is an extension that represets Taiwan. For companies that conduct business in Taiwan and individuals who want to reach the growing number of Internet users there, .TW domain names are a good investment. Registering a .TW domain name gives you regional recognition and an easy-to-manage Web presence.
With a .TW TLD, Taiwanese residents will have the comfort and security of dealing with local businesses in Taiwan, .TW gives Taiwan residents the security of dealing with businesses that have a substantial, “localized” presence in Taiwan as well as an international one.
The Taiwan marketplace is one of the most dynamic commercial centers in the world today – and businesses or organizations can gain entry easily with a .TW name!
The information below applies to the following country-code second-level domain names (ccSLDs) that NiceNIC.NET offer at this time:
.TW - Intended for Taiwan businesses or individuals
.com.TW - Intended for commercial entities
.idv.TW - Intended for individuals
.org.TW - Intended for non-profit organizations

Who can register .TW domain names?
Anyone can register .TW, .idv.TW, and .com.TW domain names on a first-come, first-served basis. See Registering .TW Domain Names for more information.
All new registrations of .org.TW domains will be restricted to qualified Taiwanese organizations. 

How to register .TW domain names?
Easy as pie! To regsiter .TW domain names, you just need to visit http://nicenic.net/domain/tw-domain-registration.php, enter the .TW domain names you hope to register and complete the .TW domain registration by following the simple system prompts.

Why should I buy a .TW domain name?
The .TW domain name presents a great opportunity for local and international companies waiting to represent their business or organization in Taiwan. By registering a .TW domain name, your company can provide relevant and localized information about your product and services. Local domain names such as .TW for Taiwan gives your company a professional image, which demonstrates proof of your commitment to local customers. 

Which registry controls .TW domain names?
TWNIC is the registry for .TW domain names.

For how long can I register .TW domain names?
The minimum registration length for .TW domain names is 1 year and they may be registered for a maximum of 10 years.

Can I transfer .TW domain names to my account with NiceNIC.NET from another Registrar?
Yes!
To transfer your .TW domain name to NiceNIC.NET, please submit your .TW domain name transfer at http://nicenic.net/domain/transfer.php(for single .TW domain transfer) or http://nicenic.net/domain/transferm.php(for bulk .TW domain transfer).

Can I add privacy and protection to .TW domain names?
Neither privacy nor domain name protection are available for .TW domain names.

Are there nameserver requirements for my .TW domain names?
No. Any valid nameservers may be used for .TW domain names.

How do I host my .TW domain name?


NiceNIC.NET offers hosting and email service for .TW . You can order hosting, email service at http://nicenic.net/hosting/.

Need help in registering .TW domain name? We're always HERE for you!
- See more at: http://nicenic.net/news/messview.php?ID=13161
Knowledge about Hong Kong .HK Domain Name - NiceNIC.NET
1. What is .HK domain name?
The .HK domain suffix represents Hong Kong, a vibrant, cosmopolitan city with a business-friendly environment, strategically situated at the heart of Asia and a gateway to opportunities in Mainland China with many prospects.

2. Why get .HK domain name?
China is the world's second largest economy and has taken great strides toward becoming a global financial center. In addition, the number of business operations in Hong Kong with parent companies overseas and in Mainland China has reached an all-time high. As a result, it is a perfect location for companies that want to do business in Mainland China and across Asia. 
As the Internet is evolving rapidly, many global companies servicing multiple markets can use .HK in their web address, which is recognised as a reliable and quality "Hong Kong Brand".


3. Who should get .HK domain name?
If you conduct business overseas, you can consider having a .HK web address. For the market in Hong Kong in particular, it shows a global company with local presence, providing local target customers with a user-friendly web address to access the company information anytime. It also helps direct more traffic to the site from search engines, optimizing the search engine ranking. 
All in all, it can help strengthen your company image, increase opportunities to tap into new markets and meet local market needs.


4. How to register a .HK domain?
.HK accredited registrars are located all over the world providing "one-stop" registration and Internet related services. Please choose one of them like NiceNIC.NET and get your .HK domain name TODAY. - See more at: http://nicenic.net/news/messview.php?ID=13157#sthash.mqCZG8mX.dpuf

6 Reasons to get a .HK domain name - NiceNIC.NET

6 Reasons to get a .HK domain name - NiceNIC.NET
#1 .HK domain name helps highlight "Hong Kong Brand" and presence in Hong Kong for a business's web address

#2 The .HK domain suffix is convenient and easy to remember. There are no restrictions on registering a generic .HK domain name. The registration is open to any individual and organisation in any location which allows you to easily create a unique and memorable web address, highlighting your brand and products/services in Hong Kong.

#3 Since .HK domain name is popular in the Chinese-speaking communities in the Asia Pacific region and it provides a large pool of available domain names, companies are able to choose their first-choice domain name which represents their business the best

#4 The bilingual web addresses allow a company to cater for local language needs. For example, a business can register a Chinese .HK domain name for the Chinese-speaking community together with various English .HK domain names for other English speaking countries for the price of one

#5 High quality 24/7 hotline support is available for businesses to access anytime

#6 A free service is exclusively available for .HK customers, such as QR (Quick Responsive) code generating service, enabling customers to instantly access companies' websites and email addresses over smartphones, further helping explore potential online mobile markets

- See more at: http://nicenic.net/news/messview.php?ID=13156

6 Reasons to get a .HK domain name - NiceNIC.NET

6 Reasons to get a .HK domain name - NiceNIC.NET
#1 .HK domain name helps highlight "Hong Kong Brand" and presence in Hong Kong for a business's web address

#2 The .HK domain suffix is convenient and easy to remember. There are no restrictions on registering a generic .HK domain name. The registration is open to any individual and organisation in any location which allows you to easily create a unique and memorable web address, highlighting your brand and products/services in Hong Kong.

#3 Since .HK domain name is popular in the Chinese-speaking communities in the Asia Pacific region and it provides a large pool of available domain names, companies are able to choose their first-choice domain name which represents their business the best

#4 The bilingual web addresses allow a company to cater for local language needs. For example, a business can register a Chinese .HK domain name for the Chinese-speaking community together with various English .HK domain names for other English speaking countries for the price of one

#5 High quality 24/7 hotline support is available for businesses to access anytime

#6 A free service is exclusively available for .HK customers, such as QR (Quick Responsive) code generating service, enabling customers to instantly access companies' websites and email addresses over smartphones, further helping explore potential online mobile markets

- See more at: http://nicenic.net/news/messview.php?ID=13156

2014年3月12日星期三

NiceNIC will be at ICANN 49 in Singapore - NiceNIC.NET

NiceNIC.NET will be at ICANN 49 in Singapore - www.nicenic.net

ICANN (Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers), the governing institution for the world's internet, will hold its 49th Meeting in Singapore on 23-27 March 2014. The event is open to everyone and registration is free.

As reported, ICANN 49th Meeting will present high-level updates on progress and key milestones of the New gTLD Program.

Ms. Helen Ho, COO of NiceNIC.NET, an ICANN accredited registrar in Hong Kong China, will be attending ICANN 49th meeting and hope to discuss with you about the following topics:

# Solutions on promoting New gTLDs to the huge market - China!
# Domain name and mobile website related, probably suitable for Chinese market products
# Be partner with NiceNIC.NET and sell all Chinese domain names(.CN, .COM.CN, .中国 etc.), Hong Kong domain names(.HK, .COM.HK) with absolutely the lowest pricing in the world

Though the schedule table was nearly full for Ms. Helen Ho, you are still welcome to contact us at support@nicenic.net so we can try to figure out a time slot for your meeting. 

For information about Ms. Helen Ho's current schedule at ICANN 49th Meeting in Singapore, please see below:

10:00 a.m., 24th March(Monday), meet * by Trademark Clearinghouse booth
2:00 p.m., 24th March(Monday), meet * with PIR by ICANN registration desk
3:00 p.m., 24th March(Monday), meet * with HKIRC by ICANN registration desk


7:30 p.m., 24th March(Monday), ICANN 49 GALA NIGHT AT SINGAPORE GARDENS BY THE BAY

11:00 a.m., 25th March(Tuesday), meet * with Neustar at the booth

3:00 p.m., 25th March(Tuesday), meet * with HEXO by ICANN registration desk
4:00 p.m., 25th March(Tuesday), meet * with Afilias(goMobi) at the booth
8:30 p.m., 25th March(Tuesday), Radix Party, 1-Altitude Rooftop Bar, Level 63, 1 Raffles Place, Singapore 048616

11:00 a.m., 26th March(Wednesday), meet * with AfterNIC by Newcomers' Lounge near the registration desk
12:00 p.m., 26th March(Wednesday), meet * with Radix at the booth
3:00 p.m., 26th March(Wednesday), meet * with .ME Registry by ICANN registration desk
4:30 p.m., 26th March(Wednesday), meet * with CentralNIC at the booth

9:00 a.m, 27th March(Thursday), attend Contractual Compliance Registrar Outreach for AP in Morrison Room

Anytime, meet * with dotAsia by Community.Asia booth


We are looking forward to seeing all of you there! Have a nice and safe trip!

Taken by NiceNIC.NET 2014 Annual Party
(Ms. Helen Ho is the lady in peach-pink and with glasses)
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