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diff --git a/net/rootprobe/DESCR b/net/rootprobe/DESCR new file mode 100644 index 00000000000..3117ad7ae45 --- /dev/null +++ b/net/rootprobe/DESCR @@ -0,0 +1,15 @@ +"rootprobe" is a program which measures the response time of the DNS root +name servers. This program was developed to collect measurement data from +many locations around the world. + +Our goal is to collect measurement data to understand the current status +of the root servers. (e.g., analyzing the performance and stability of the +servers, identifying under-served regions.) +The data will be a basis for discussions on various issues such as + - how to improve the root server system as a whole + - possible future reconfiguration of the root servers +The results will be reported to the ICANN DNS Root Server System Advisory +Committee. The data is used only for a research purpose. + +We are looking for volunteers to collect data, especially from +developing countries. |