Who owns all domain names not registered?

When I buy a domain, which is my money going to?

As I understand it, to register a domain name does not exist. You are basically paying a company to create a domain name.

Domain Names & Search Engine Marketing

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Who Owns the Media $22.75 This book is in Used condition

Who Owns Death? $1.89 This book is in Like New condition

Who Owns The Water? $68.7 This book is in Acceptable condition

Who Owns the Moon? by Levitin $9.95 This book is in Used condition

The Parrot Who Owns Me $10.46 This book is in New - Excellent condition

Who Owns History? $15 This book is in Like New condition

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