What does domain mean?When referring to an Internet address or name, a domain or domain name is the location of a website. For example, the domain name "google.com" points to the IP address "216.58. 216.164". Generally, it's easier to remember a name rather than a long string of numbers.A domain name is a human-friendly address, sometimes called a URL (Uniform Resource Locator) or web address. It was created to make IP, or Internet Protocol, addresses more accessible and easier to remember. An IP address is a string of numbers, much like a phone number, that is assigned to every computer.A domain is a network of computers and devices that are controlled by one set authority and have specific guidelines. More specifically, a domain is controlled by one particular company that has its own internet presence and IP address.