Requests for specific Domain Names may be submitted to ICANN-accredited registrars through September 25 th ,2001.A fee may apply for each request submitted to the registry; this fee is non-refundable ,even if the application is unsuccessful. Between September 26 th and October 1 st ,all Domain Name requests from all registrars will be put into a single batch and processed in random order, thus ensuring no registrar or applicant receives any preference. Successful applicants will be notified and billed. Once the dot-biz registry is live, registrations will be processed on a first- come, first-serve basis.

Benefits of .Biz Domain Name

• Security - .BIZ ensures that your Internet address won't be "hijacked"—and doesn't make changes to your site until you say so.
• Technology - Why wait up to 72 hours for your Web address to activate? .BIZ offers real-time registration, so you can open for business immediately.
• Location - You're all about business. Your Internet address should be, too. That's what makes .BIZ so valuable!
• Value-added products - .BIZ offers a full complement of support services, including PostMinderSM (fully trackable certified email) and WhoBIZSM (an enhanced WHOIS service).