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Re: [DNSOP] draft-liman-tld-names-04

Tony Finch <dot@dotat.at> Sun, 28 November 2010 21:41 UTC

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On 27 Nov 2010, at 18:50, Suzanne Woolf <woolf@isc.org> wrote:
> 
> I think the fact that this discussion has gone on so long and
> encumbered so many electrons supports the contention underlying the
> draft that there is an ambiguity, based exactly as Joe suggests here.

I agree that the point needs clarifying. I disagree with the form of the proposed clarification. It unnecessarily muddles the protocol and policy layers.

The question of which TLDs are allocated and what restrictions are necessary for the stability of the DNS is a policy matter under ICANN's responsibility.

Tony.
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