.au Domain Administration Ltd (auDA) is an independent organisation that administers the .au domain, ensuring it is secure and trusted for all Australians.
During his presentation, Andrew McCallum, who is the Manager of Membership and Community Engagement at auDA, will explain the importance of the Domain Name System (DNS) in ensuring the internet operates smoothly.
He will also describe how auDA's compliance function collaborates with Australian businesses to ensure their websites remain secure and accessible. Furthermore, he will provide practical examples of how business websites can become compromised.
Drawing on recent consumer research, the presentation will also outline consumer expectations towards online purchasing and the barriers facing greater online engagement.
Lastly, the presentation will conclude with an outline of practical tools and resources that Australian business owners can use to enhance and secure their online presence.
Join us for an intereactive lunchtime workshop and learn:
About auDA – their role and purpose.
Supporting and regulating the .au internet domain
Understanding the Domain Name System – the Backbone of the internet
Explaining the multi-stakeholder model of internet governance
auDA’s role in supporting Australian businesses through a trusted and secure .au domain.
Consumer sentiment towards businesses with a .au domain
The role of our compliance function and how they engage with businesses across Australia including examples of DNS abuse
Keeping your website and your data secure
What consumers look for and expect from online providers and other businesses in terms of data protection (drawing on our 2022 Digital Lives of Australians Report)
Tools and resources for protecting your website and online presence.
Meet your presenter -
Andrew McCallum is the Manager of Membership and Community Engagement at auDA. In that role he is responsible for administering auDA’s membership program including development of benefits and services for .au members; as well as our national event schedule. Andrew is passionate about promoting the .au as a trusted and uniquely Australian national asset.