Definitions

Before getting started, it's important to understand what a domain, an SSL certificate, and a CDN (Content Delivery Network) are. This knowledge will help ensure you follow the correct steps to set up your new Point of Sale.

Domain

A domain is the name of a website that people type into their browser to visit it. Think of it like a street address for your home, but for your website.

• Example: In www.tickets.example.com, the domain is example.com.

SSL certificate

An SSL certificate tells visitors that your website is secure and safe to use, especially when sending sensitive information like passwords or credit card numbers.

It makes the website use HTTPS instead of just HTTP (you'll see a little padlock in the address bar, like in the example below).

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Content Delivery Network (CDN)

A CDN is a network of servers located around the world that helps load websites faster for users, no matter where they are.

• It stores copies of your website in multiple places.

• When someone visits your site, the CDN delivers the content from the closest server to them.

• This means faster loading times, better performance, and less strain on your main server.

• CDNs can also help protect your site from traffic spikes and certain cyber-attacks.

What next?

Having a clear understanding of the above definitions is key, as they will help you determine the appropriate next steps.

The table below is intended to help you choose one of the four options for configuring your Point of Sale, based on whether you prefer SECUTIX to manage your domain, SSL certificate, and CDN, or if you plan to manage them yourself.