Which domain extension is typically used for organizations?

• A. .org: Organization
• B. .net: Gateway or host
• C. .ca: Canada
• D. .edu: Educational and research

Answer: (A)

Domain extensions signal the type or purpose of the site. The .org extension is traditionally used by organizations—especially non-profit groups, associations, and charities—so it’s the go-to choice when a site represents an organization rather than a business or educational institution.

In contrast, .net originated as a designation for networks or gateways, and while many sites use it broadly, it’s not as strongly associated with organizations as .org. The .ca domain is Canada’s country code, indicating geographic origin rather than function. The .edu extension is reserved for educational and research institutions, typically post-secondary ones, rather than generic organizations.

So, for a site representing an organization, .org is the best and most typical choice.