Web, domains and email
ICANN
Abbreviation for Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers
In short and in plain language
ICANN is a non-profit group.
It works on how domain names and web addresses are given out around the world.
It sets rules for general endings such as .com or .net. One example is how to change provider. These rules can matter when such a domain moves.
Definition
ICANN is a non-profit organisation that coordinates the allocation of domain names and internet addresses worldwide. Among other things, it sets rules for generic domain endings such as .com or .net, for example for changing providers. These rules can matter when such a domain is moved.