Re: Sprint BGP filters in 207.x.x.x?

[bmanning () ISI EDU]

> > Depends on the situation as to whether it's detrimental.  Proxy-aggregation,
> > as this is called, can alter traffic patterns in dual-homed situations.  The
> > change is not always bad, though it is often un-desirable.
> >
> > In general, proxy-aggregation is good for everybody.
>
> If we had a good method for people to indicate routes that they didn't want to
> be aggregated, then more proxy aggregation could be done safely.

        If I may...  The idea of using a routing registry for
        this purpose has been suggested before. I still think
        it is a valid approach.  Could be very useful in assisting
        with better proxy aggregation for all.

--bill