A computer that performs the mapping of domain names to IP addresses. Sometimes referred to as a host server. Our Registrar offers both primary and secondary name service for all domain names registered through us. The primary server section of the Agreement is a required section and the domain name registration will not be processed unless this section of the Domain Name Registration Agreement is completed properly. Any entity, organization, or individual that acts on behalf of a registrant regarding domain name requests or modifies is known as a registrar.
Some registries require domain name requests go through a registrar.
For .COM, .NET, and .ORG names. The organization responsible for the actual administration and maintenance to a top-level domain is known as the registry. The registry is where registrants or registrars go for new or modify domain name requests. This is a US government contracted database. Most TLD registries require initial registration fees as well as annual or bi-annual renewal fees.