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Recommendation 1 |
An outcome of the 1995-era growth is that it became common to refer to root server operators (RSOs) with “letters” (i.e., the leftmost label in the host name) and more commonly as abbreviated identifiers (e.g., C-root, F-root). However, the use of letters as metonyms for operators over the years has led to misconceptions within the global community in how root servers are architected, and contributed to a lack of clarity around the organizations responsible for providing the service.
Per the ICANN Bylaws, the role of the RSSAC, “is to advise the ICANN community and Board on matters relating to the operation, administration, security, and integrity of the Internet’s Root Server System.” The RSSAC limits its comments to its remit. With that in mind, the RSSAC supports the following five strategic objectives outlined on the draft strategic plan:
In particular, RSSAC welcomes the following goal on the strategic plan as it aligns with RSSAC046: RSSAC Statement on IANA’s Proposal for Future Root Zone KSK Rollovers. “2.2. Performing key ceremonies with high levels of transparency and accountability and improving key management facilities to mitigate security threats and maintain facility quality” |
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