Why
do I want a domain name in non-English characters? There are many people just beginning to use the Internet, or more
likely to use it if there were less of a language barrier. For many of
these people, they would prefer the ability to enter a domain name in
their native language. Creating a presence by using a domain name in
your audience's native language makes your site easier for them to
access and provides a more positive online experience. Also, it may be
to your advantage to protect your English-language brand from being
registered by someone else in other available languages and character
sets. Top
Will my
domain name work anywhere in the world? Yes. Your domain will work just like any other domain name as soon as
the Registry enables name resolution. However, you may need to update
your browser in order to accommodate the new characters in your
language. For most browsers, this update is free. See the question
below regarding how to update your browser. Please note: currently
some older systems and networks might experience problems recognizing
multilingual domain names. Top
Are
separate registrations necessary for registering a domain name in
multiple languages? Yes. Each language has a unique encoding type and therefore a unique
domain name. Each language requires its own registration process
within the language you select. For example, you cannot register
Korean language domain names using the Japanese language process. You
must register domain names in one specific language at a time. Top
Why
is .com/.net/.org not translated in my web address? The multilingual testbed uses this same English-language structure to
offer web addresses in non-English languages. The system used to
manage basic Internet functions around the world is still based on
these English-language top-level names. Top
My
language's character set isn't in the list. When will it be available? There are plans to add more languages in the near future. As soon as
these languages are added to the Internet systems, WebStreetRealty.com
will add them to our list. After the original launch of Korean,
Japanese and traditional and simplified Chinese, the next languages to
be offered will be Portuguese, Spanish and Arabic. Top
How
do I search for, register and display domain names using characters
from other languages? In order for your computer and Internet browser to recognize
non-English language characters, they must be compatible in the
language you are attempting to use. Your computer and browser must be
able to display and enter non-English language characters to complete
this registration process.
You have the option of either using a computer with an in-language
operating system and special keyboard (or other input device), or
software capable of creating the in-language characters with the
US-version of the operating system (and a standard keyboard).
Most browsers today are capable of displaying in non-English
characters with the correct fonts and scripts. If your computer does
not recognize non-English language characters, try the following:
If you are using Microsoft Internet Explorer browser: Visit the
Microsoft Windows Update site at http://windowsupdate.microsoft.com/
If you are using the Netscape Navigator or Communicator browser: Visit
the Netscape Information for International Users site at
http://home.netscape.com/menu/intl/ Top
Why can't
I find my name in the WHOIS database? Initially, WHOIS cannot be searched using non-English characters. The
WHOIS database will be updated at a later date to recognize the
non-English language characters. Until that time, your name will
appear in WHOIS by its RACE-encoded name and you can only search for
non-English domain names using RACE encoding language. Top
How long until my
domain name works? It has been reported that domain name resolution will begin about a
few months after the availability of the new names. Once the Global
Registry enables domain name resolution, and after you've successfully
modified your account with your DNS information, it will take up to 48
hours to have your domain name working worldwide. Top
What
will people see if they try to visit my Web site using my new name at
this time? Since there is no name resolution yet, if someone tried entering your
name in their browser, they would see the 404-error message (the site
could not be found). This will happen until the resolution process
begins. Don't be concerned; you are still the legal account holder of
the domain name during this period. However, it is important to
understand that multilingual domain names are being registered on a
"test" basis. Circumstances could arise that may affect your
multilingual domain name registration. Top
How do I change my DNS
settings? Initially, your name will have default DNS settings. You can change
the settings any time (using Manage Your Domain) after completing the
registration process, but the information will not be used until such
time as the Global Registry enables domain name resolution. Top
Is
e-mail available using non-English language characters? No. Under the current system, you will not be able to establish an
e-mail account based on non-English language characters. The domain
name service is separate from e-mail and unfortunately, the systems
that handle e-mail are not able to recognize or support non-English
language characters at this time. Top
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