This thread is dead. It's drifted way too far from the original topic and
will now be an embarrassment in the archives considering just how far it
has drifted.
I would personally have expected better of the main participants, but I
find myself occasionally disappointed. That's life I suppose.
If anyone would like to discuss protocol-level amendments to the SMTP, DNS
or other protocols or BCP documents relating to their use, the IETF working
groups are easily found.
Please consider, carefully, before replying further.
Regards
Graeme
[obo moderators and far away from home]