Re: [ga] [ncdnhc-discuss] Re: WLS proposal

[Don Brown <donbrown_l@inetconcepts.net>]

I don't see anything wrong with the concept explained by Ross, below.

It gives the original registrant much more time to realize they have
an expired domain name and it removes the conflict of interest
potential for the Registrar and Registry, during a much short time
period.

Furthermore, NetSol/VeriSign shouldn't have a problem with this
extended period, either, since they have, in fact, been hoarding
expired names for a considerably longer period of time. Although, my
bet is that they will use it as an excuse to ask for a price increase.
I could be psychic - time will tell.


Tuesday, June 18, 2002, 4:37:08 AM, Ross Wm. Rader <ross@tucows.com> wrote:
>> Specifically, I proposed a 30 day period during which people
>> could register for a lottery for the expired domain, and that during this
RWR> 30
>> day period, at any time, the original domain holder could get it back.
>> Anyone who wanted the expired domain could contact the original domain
RWR> name
>> holder, and suggest they get the domain back and sell it to them.  So if
RWR> any
>> auction develops, it will be with the original domain holder, not the
>> registrar.   The original domain name holder benefits the most from this
>> system.  They are more likely to catch mistakes, or could sell the domain
RWR> to
>> an interested party.

RWR> We talked about something similar on the last call.

RWR> Realizing that a lot of the speculative value of a domain lies with the
RWR> goodwill that accrues to it because of the initial registrant, it was
RWR> proposed that all domain names slated for deletion are put into a cooling
RWR> tank for x days beyond the 30 days described in the Redemption Grace Period
RWR> proposal.

RWR> This would create a situation whereby registrants would be guaranteed a
RWR> right of re-registration "if they forgot to renew" and eliminate or diminish
RWR> trainspotting by ensuring a prolonged 404-like condition over a reasonably
RWR> extended period of time before the name was deleted. Once cooled, the domain
RWR> could be deleted and re-registered by anyone on a first-come, first served
RWR> basis (and get a name relatively free of baggage).

RWR> In my mind, this proposal has much to commend it in its simplicity and
RWR> perceived effectiveness.

RWR> -rwr


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