What is an IP address and domain names ? What doctors going digital need to know !

When we talk about domain name, we are basically referring to an address of a web site that is primarily intended for an easy and quick identification. Speaking of these user-friendly addresses for web sites, these help connect both computers and people on the internet.

Given such fact, it is interesting to know that the domain name is understood as string of letters or numbers that is used to describe an IP address. This is the primary function of the domain name in the field of the internet. So, since the domain name and IP address are somewhat connected, so the term “domain name and  IP address” in this article means the same thing!

Ah, but what is a domain name and IP address? Or, an IP address in general?

The acronym IP stands for Internet Protocol. As it is commonly noted, domain name IP addresses are much similar like telephone numbers.

Aside from that, it is also interesting to know that speaking of the domain name IP and addresses; many say, that these are like the reference numbers that are applied to categorize the books in a library. As the library codes apply for you to know the title of a book to find in the library, the domain name IP addresses also function somewhat that way! Just like the mentioned function of the telephone numbers and the reference numbers in the library, the domain name and IP address is said to be that important in the internet.
For a computer machine to be able to be located by the other computers on the internet, it is important that it must have its own domain name and IP address that is distinct than the others.

With the domain name and IP address, you have the freedom to type either the domain name or the IP address into a web browser and you will definitely see the same page.
As a doctor, an easy to remember domain name which opens up quickly on mobile and desktop and is unique will give you the necessary leverage in digital marketing !
If your domain name is regular and uninspiring then patients will have a difficulty connecting with you !
So think carefully before selecting your domain name and for help, contact Digimaap digital services!