Handle System Namespace and Service Definition
draft-irtf-idrm-handle-system-def-01
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Authors | Sam Sun , Sean Reilly , Larry Lannom | ||
Last updated | 2001-08-15 | ||
RFC stream | Internet Research Task Force (IRTF) | ||
Intended RFC status | (None) | ||
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Stream | IRTF state | (None) | |
Consensus boilerplate | Unknown | ||
Document shepherd | (None) | ||
IESG | IESG state | Expired | |
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Abstract
The Handle System is a general-purpose global name service that allows secured name resolution and administration over the public Internet. The Handle System manages handles, which are unique names for digital objects and other Internet resources. This document provides a detailed description of the Handle System namespace, data and service model, as well as its operation and authentication protocol. It assumes that readers are familiar with the basic concepts of the Handle System as introduced in the overview document.
Authors
Sam Sun
Sean Reilly
Larry Lannom
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