How do country code top-level domains (ccTLDs) differ from generic TLDs?

Country code top-level domains (ccTLDs) and generic top-level domains (gTLDs) serve different purposes and are managed by different entities.

1. **ccTLDs (Country Code Top-Level Domains):**
   - ccTLDs are specific to individual countries or territories and are used to denote websites associated with that particular country or territory.
   - They are typically two-letter domains corresponding to the ISO 3166-1 alpha-2 country codes (e.g., .us for the United States, .uk for the United Kingdom, .de for Germany).
   - ccTLDs are managed by the designated registry or authority for each country or territory. These entities are responsible for setting policies, managing domain registrations, and maintaining the technical infrastructure for their ccTLD.
   - Registrants of ccTLDs are often required to have a physical presence or legal connection to the corresponding country or territory.

2. **gTLDs (Generic Top-Level Domains):**
   - gTLDs are not tied to specific countries or territories and are intended for general use across the internet.
   - They include categories such as .com, .org, .net, .info, .biz, as well as newer gTLDs introduced in recent years such as .app, .blog, .guru, etc.
   - gTLDs are managed by various organizations, including private companies, non-profit organizations, and international bodies like ICANN (Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers).
   - Registrants of gTLDs generally do not have the same requirements as those for ccTLDs, and they are often available for registration to individuals and organizations worldwide without restrictions.

In summary, while both ccTLDs and gTLDs are used for domain names on the internet, ccTLDs are associated with specific countries or territories and are managed accordingly, while gTLDs are not tied to any particular geographic location and are intended for general use.