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WHOIS databases contain nameserver, registrar, and in some cases, full contact information about a domain name. Each registrar must maintain a WHOIS database containing all contact information for the domains they 'host'. A central registry WHOIS database is maintained by the InterNIC.
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Article No. 19
Created: 11:40 AM 03.20.03
Author: HPU Support

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