Whois

/ˈhuɪz/ noun

Definition

internet protocol for querying databases to find information about domain names and IP addresses

Etymology

compound of interrogative 'who' + 'is', created for computer networking

Kelly Says

WHOIS turns the simple question 'who is?' into a powerful internet detective tool. It's amazing how basic English grammar became the foundation for digital investigation!

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