URL vs. Domain

Let’s explore the difference between URL and Domain through this web story:

What is a Domain?

A domain is the user-friendly address used to access a website. It's like a virtual street address for a website.

For example, in "www.example.com," "example.com" is the domain.

Components of a Domain

Domains consist of two main parts: the top-level domain (TLD) and the second-level domain (SLD).

What is a URL?

URL stands for Uniform Resource Locator. It is the complete web address used to specify the exact location of a webpage or resource on the internet.

Components of a URL

A URL comprises several components: the protocol, the domain name, the path, and optional parameters.

Let's break down the URL: 

Protocol: https Domain: example.com Path: /blog/intro.html Parameters: article=123

https://www.example.com/blog/intro.html?article=123

Relationship Between URL and Domain

The domain is part of the URL. It tells the browser where to find the website. The rest of the URL specifies the specific page or resource within the domain.

Dynamic vs. Static

URLs can be dynamic, and change based on the resource being accessed. Domains remain static and consistent for a website.

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