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XREG.co.uk Rescue
In order to help the many beleagured xreg.co.uk domain registration customers stuck without support or ability to renew their domains, www.OthelloNames.net are offering assistance and free transfers for all current xreg clients looking to move to a professional domain registrar.
Simply contact us to for more information.
applies to com/net/org/biz/info domain names

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Domain Maintenance [ .eu / .es / .cn / .at ] - We have received a notification of unscheduled hardware updates from the domain registries regarding .eu domains .es domains .cn domains .at...
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Othello Technology Systems Ltd Acquires Clients of Mobius Web Services -

Othello Technology Systems Ltd (www.OthelloHosts.net), an established leader in UK web hosting and internet services for over a decade, announced today the completed acquisition and integration of the domain and web hosting clients from Mobius Web Services and sister firm Lavender Web Services – boutique hosts specialising in small business web design and hosting of ecommerce systems on Windows/DotNetPanel


New .CN Registrations Suspended Indefinitely -

It is with regret that we have to announce that CNNIC has imposed an immediate and indefinite suspension of all .CN registrations from overseas Registrars.

As a result of this action by CNNIC, we have no choice but to stop accepting new .CN registrations through OthelloNames.net and OthelloReg.net with immediate effect from today.

Please note that currently renewals will continue to be supported.

Availability checks for .CN domains via the Client Portal, OthelloNames.net Web Interface and API will be changed to return Not Available for .CN domains


VAT FREE! Domain Name Registrations - For the whole of January 2010, Othello Technology Systems Ltd Domain Registration Service will effectively pay the VAT on your new domain registrations with our special 17.5% discount on all our registration prices with money-off coupon VAT175
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Domain Name Registration Transfer and Renewal

How to register your name on the internet

Fast, simple and easy low cost domain registration from OthelloNames.net an ICANN Accredited Domain Registrar... from £5.95 per 2 years

How to register a domain ?

Register your own domain name in 3 easy steps:
  1. Decide on the domain you'd like. Domain Prices
  2. Check for domain availability instantly
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  3. Register the domains using OthelloNames.net simple online order system
Looking to register/transfer multiple domains ? Try our OthelloNames.net bulk/reseller domain services

If you want customers and prospects to find you on the Internet, you need a memorable Domain Name - your personalised Web Address... Once registered with OthelloNames.net no-one else can use your domain name, its yours exclusively until you chose to sell it or allow it to fail to renew it.

Registering a short and simple domain name is advisable to ensure your clients can easily remember who you are and where you are (online).

Registering the names of your products and usng web forwarding to individual mini-sites increases custome awareness, traffic levels, sales and brand identity - all for as little as £5.95 for 2 years !

What is a domain name ?

domain tlds registered .co.uk .com .net .org .eu .biz A domain name is a convenient way of finding your way around the Internet. It is part of a system called Domain Name Service (DNS) which provides you with an easy-to-remember word rather than a complex numeric IP address. The DNS actually converts the domain name (e.g. othellonames.net) into an Internet Protocol (IP) number (e.g. 80.82.140.133) and vice versa.

Why should I register with OthelloNames ?


Support - real staff not just some faceless computer system, able to respond to your ticket, email or telephone call 24/7/365
Competitive Pricing - you cannot find a better registration service for a lower price
Range - every generally available domain type and many specialist domain extensions
Accreitted by ICANN (the domain governing body)

How much will my Domain Name cost ?

The cost depends on the domain name and extension (country code) selected - for a breakdown of our pricing see Domain Prices

How to get the most from your domain registrar

You should try to learn as much as you can about the firm registering your domain name, ask the following questions (we have included our answers for you):
  • Do I have to use your hosting or design service ?
    No, it's your domain, you use whichever design agency and hosting company you choose
  • If I want to move my domain, is there a cost for name transfer ?
    No, transfers to another ISP/Host are free of all fees
  • Who will be the registrant (owner) ?
    The person / company name as supplied on the order-form, we don't register them in our name and hold you to ransom later
  • Who will be the administration, billing and technical contacts ?
    We are the billing and technical contacts unless you request otherwise.
  • How much extra is email forwarding ?
    FREE for domains we register on your behalf, £10/year for domains transferred to us
  • Is URL (web site) redirection included ?
    Yes, For domains we register on your behalf, £10/year for domains transferred to us
  • What is the level of after-sales support ?
    Domains come with 24/7/365 online ticket system support, backedup by our email and telephone support services
  • How much are DNS/Nameserver changes ?
    You can change the details of your domain, nameservers etc. using our online Domain Management system in your Client Portal area for free at any time.

Once created an Internet Web Page is the cheapest form of marketing there is. Imagine being able to present potential customers with full colour, indepth information on your products and services to anyone in the world, 24-hours-a-day, 365-days-a-year.