Re: And so it ends...

[David Conrad <drc () virtualized org>]

Robert,

On Feb 3, 2011, at 8:53 PM, Robert Bonomi wrote:
> > As far as I am aware, the USG contract is with ICANN, not ARIN (see  
> > http://www.ntia.doc.gov/ntiahome/domainname/iana/ianacontract_081406.pdf, 
> > section C.2.2.1.3).
>
> Correct.  _They_ can can delegate "as they see fit", with no requirement
> to provide competing alternatives.  ARIN, the delegatee, is not the 
> 'monopolist' -- the party controlling the situation -- they are just a
> delagatee of the party who has the monopoly position.

An interesting perspective.  Thanks!

Regards,
-drc