What is an Internet Service Provider?
In addition to providing access to the Internet, ISPs usually offer
additional services as well. These services can include:
Web hosting - An
individual or organization can place their web pages on a web server located at the ISP.
These web pages can then be accessed by Internet users.
Domain Name Service
- Provides domain name servers, which are computers dedicated to translating a customer's
domain name into the actual numeric IP (Internet Protocol) address of the customer's
computer. Domain name service is integral to the proper functioning of the Internet.
Proprietary Online
Services - Such as the custom services offered by America Online, Inc. or CompuServe.
These special options are available only to their subscribers.