The query you asked is about the top-level domain (TLD) “TOTAL”. However, there seems to be a misunderstanding as “TOTAL” is not a recognized TLD, according to resources from the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN), which is a non-profit organization that coordinates and manages internet domains.
Top-level domains are categorized into two main classes: generic top-level domains (gTLDs) and country code top-level domains (ccTLDs). gTLDs are used by a particular type of organization, and they include extensions like .com (commercial), .net (network), .org (organization), .edu (education), .gov (US government), .mil (US military), and .int (international treaties or organizations). ccTLDs are used by a specific country or dependent territory, such as .us (United States), .ca (Canada), .uk (United Kingdom), and .au (Australia) as examples.
Nowadays, there are numerous gTLDs available as ICANN began a new program in 2012 to expand the domain space (New gTLD Program).
For example, .app is used for app developers, .game for game related websites, .music for the music industry, etc. ICANN also provides a list of all TLDs in their database.
However, the term “TOTAL” seems to be either a brand name or a company name. If it is a brand or a company, it can have its own domain name, which would typically be in the format of “total.com” or “total.net”. But “TOTAL” itself can’t be a TLD as it’s not in the list of accepted TLDs by ICANN. Moreover, it’s notable that companies or brands can apply to have a gTLD for their entity (like .google or .apple), but this requires a substantial application process and significant expenses.
In conclusion, your query about the top level domain “TOTAL” is not a standard TLD recognized in domain name systems. If “TOTAL” is a company or a brand, it may be possible for it to apply for a top-level domain, but the application process is complicated and expensive.
Sources:
- ICANN’s TLDs list: https://data.iana.org/TLD/tlds-alpha-by-domain.txt
- ICANN’s Guide about TLDs: https://learn.icann.org/resources/glossary
- ICANN’s New gTLD Program: https://newgtlds.icann.org/en/program-status/what-it-is-en
- ICANN’s Guide for Brand gTLDs: https://newgtlds.icann.org/en/program-status/application-results/string-contention-resolutions
