[address-policy-wg] Policy proposal: #alpha: TLD Anycast Allocation Policy

Iljitsch van Beijnum wrote:

> The thing is that routes in the routing table is like polution of the 
> environment. We know we can't completely stop it, but it helps if there 
> are monetary incentives so that people at least consider the 

<drift heading=OT>In real life often enough parties "buy the right to pollute"
where there is noone really in a position to sell. I wonder whether this
model can succesfully be applied here.</drift>

> alternatives. Don't forget that DNS anycasting isn't an essential 
> technique, it's just an optimization. However, if the plus side ends up 

If an optimization at all, it's an essential one. Reasons for DNS anycasting
have been stated multiple times and rehashing them over and over again
won't make any progress. Let's assume it's best practice as long as certain
criteria are met.

> at the TLD operator and the minus side at the internet users at large, 
> this optimization won't be very optimal.

TLD and root servers are a prime example for an "at large" benefit, so while
I'd agree with your statement, the preconditions aren't met.
Is there anything in the current proposal that makes it "too easy" to get the
address space? Any suggestions for rewording or clarification?

-Peter