QandAs: Tech

What is a domain?

Answer:
A domain is a section of an internetwork

that serves a specific purpose. It is usually used to refer to a corporate network.

A domain or registered domain is a specific section of the internet in which a group of computers serve a specific purpose. It is usually denoted by an abbreviation on an Internet Protocol address or by a domain name. A standard corporate network is a type of domain.

A domain usually consists of a group of computers and servers linked together in a local area network. Domains can also span across wide area networks and usually consist of linking one company's branch office to another. Each domain is controlled by a server called the "Domain Controller", with the DC being tasked with authentication, security, storage, and other tasks.