New internet domain name extensions
Biel/Bienne, 20.06.2011 - In the future, new internet domain name extensions (top-level domain names) will be possible. In addition to the 22 existing generic domain name extensions such as ".com", ".org" or ".info", various extensions will now be possible (e.g. thematic: .hotel, .bank, geographic: .switzerland, or featuring trademarks). This development is the result of a decision by ICANN, the global co-ordination body for internet addresses (Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers). In this way, ICANN seeks to promote competition and diversity in the domain name system. The application window will open on the 12th of January 2012.
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Address for enquiries
Christian Jenny, Numbering and Addressing OFCOM, phone 032 327 59 75
Publisher
Federal Office of Communications
http://www.ofcom.admin.ch
