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[ga] Week #3: Allocation Methods for New Top Level Domains

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  • Subject: [ga] Week #3: Allocation Methods for New Top Level Domains
  • From: Danny Younger <dannyyounger@xxxxxxxxx>
  • Date: Mon, 19 Dec 2005 05:08:55 -0800 (PST)
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This week we should shift our focus to new TLD
allocation methods.  The GNSO PDP Terms of Reference:

Using the experience gained in previous rounds,
develop allocation methods for selecting new top level
domain names. 

a.  Examine the full range of allocation methods
including auctions, ballots, first-come first-served
and comparative evaluation to determine the methods of
allocation that best enhance user choice while not
compromising predictability and stability.
 
b.  Examine how allocation methods could be used to
achieve ICANN's goals of fostering competition in
domain name registration services and encouraging a
diverse range of registry services providers. 

As a starting point for discussion, let me ask:

On what basis should we pick an applicant to sponsor a
TLD if two or more applicants have selected the same
string (such as .tel) and all have the requisite
technical skills to manage the TLD?

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