Question

What is the purpose of a TLD? a. To identify the type of organization associated with the domain b. To monitor Internet traffic to ensure high speed performance c. To approve and control the assignment of domain names d. To provide Internet access to rural areas

Answer 1

Answer:

Correct option is (a)

Explanation:

TLD is abbreviation for top level domain which is the last part of a website's address after its domain name. It appears after 'dot', for example .com, .edu, .org and .in. So, TLD in these cases are com, edu, org and in.

TLDs identify a website's purpose or its geographical location and is managed by assigned organization which is directed by ICANN (Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers).

So, purpose of TLD is to identify organization type related to the domain.