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| - | AP EXPLAINS: What's at stake as US cedes internet control By <br> Published: 18:28 GMT, 29 September 2016 | Updated: 18:28 GMT, 29 September 2016 <br> </a> <br>NEW YORK (AP) — On Saturday, the U.S.<br><br>government plans to cede control of some of the internet's core systems — namely, the directories that help web browsers and apps know where to find the latest weather, maps and Facebook musings.<br><br>Will you even notice? Probably not, although the subject has become a hot political issue for some conservatives.<br><br>Here's a look at the systems in question and what's at stake for internet users.<br><br>___<br> FILE - In this Thursday, March 3, 2016, file photo, people work on a job search on a computer at an office in Atlanta.<br><br>On Saturday, Oct. 1, 2016, the U.S. government plans to cede control of some of the internet¿s core systems, namely, the directories that help web browsers and apps know where to find the latest weather, maps and Facebook musings. (AP Photo/David Goldman, File)<br> <br>WAIT, THE U.S.<br>GOVERNMENT CONTROLS THE INTERNET?<br><br>No single government, business, organization or individual controls all the computers and pipelines making up the internet. But the network relies on an addressing system called the domain name system, or DNS, which includes directories that help route data like email and web requests where it needs to go.<br><br>And someone needs to run the DNS.<br><br>Control over the DNS mostly amounts to deciding what gets included in those directories. For instance, can a Google critic register google-sucks.org, or does Google get first dibs?<br>What about creating a domain name suffix just for porn sites? It has nothing to do, though, with what websites publish. All it does is make sure your browser can find those sites.<br><br>___<br><br>SO DOES THE U.S.<br><br>RUN THAT SYSTEM?<br><br>Since 1998, an organization called the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers has overseen the directories, mostly by setting rules and creating mechanisms for settling disputes. But ICANN also has a boss at the U.S.<br>Commerce Department.<br><br>It's a historical arrangement stemming from U.S. funding for the internet's early development. The domain name system we're familiar with dates back to 1984, long before "Pokemon Go" or even Amazon.com came along.<br><br>___<br><br>WHY DO PEOPLE CARE ABOUT THE TRANFER?<br><br>The U.S.<br><br>has been in charge of the DNS system for more than three decades. Plans to privatize control of these functions by transferring them to a nonprofit oversight organization have been in the works since the late 1990s.<br><br>As this Saturday's transfer date approached, some Republicans in Congress raised late objections, terming it a "giveaway" to the rest of the world.<br><br>But they failed to block the move in a spending bill to keep the government operating.<br><br>Late Wednesday, the attorneys general from Texas, Arizona, Oklahoma and Nevada — all Republicans — filed a federal lawsuit to block the transfer because of worries it might affect government websites ending in ".gov."<br><br>___<br><br>WHY THE U.S.<br><br>IS BACKING AWAY<br><br>ICANN has taken its share of complaints over the years, often for being slow to adapt as the internet grew. (One common charge: It took too long to permit domain names in languages other than English.) And many countries believe that as long as the U.S.<br><br>retains oversight — even if it leaves day-to-day management to ICANN — the internet cannot be truly international.<br><br>Some governments have sought to transfer control to a U.N agency, the International Telecommunication Union. But critics objected to letting authoritarian regimes like Iran and China get equal votes on matters affecting speech.<br><br>Instead, the U.S.<br><br>government insisted that businesses, academics and other parties also get seats at the table. ICANN already had such a multi-party approach. The U.S. agreed in June to relinquish control to ICANN after the organization created additional mechanisms to resolve disputes.<br><br>___<br><br>WILL ANYTHING CHANGE FOR USERS?<br><br>Not much.<br><br>The directories themselves aren't changing, and people don't interact directly with domain names as often in the era of Google searches, phone apps and Facebook links. In fact, few people would even know about the transition were it not for the noise from Capitol Hill.<br><br>___<br><br>REPUBLICANS RAISE ALARM<br><br>Republican critics claim that the transition would give countries like Russian and China the ability to control online speech — something supporters of the transition plan deny given the multi-party approach.<br><br>Sen. Ted Cruz of Texas is among those who tried to block the transition as part of a short-term spending bill to keep the government running past Friday.<br><br>Donald Trump also came out in support of Cruz, his one-time rival for the GOP presidential nomination. Ironically, those wanting the U.S.<br>to maintain its oversight role includes a group called Americans for Limited Government. Their efforts failed, though, as budget negotiators left out the transition ban.<br><br>___<br><br>A LAST-DITCH LAWSUIT<br><br>Four state attorneys general asked a federal court in Galveston, Texas, to block the move.<br><br>Commerce and ICANN have delegated control of the ".gov" suffix to the U.S. General Services Administration. GSA handles day-to-day management of which government websites can use the suffix. Though the lawsuit claims that GSA decisions are submitted to ICANN for approval, that isn't the case.<br><br>ICANN does have trademark and other policies governing sites using particular suffixes, but they cover suffixes available to anyone. The ".gov" suffix is restricted to government agencies in the U.S.<br><br>The lawsuit also claims that ICANN could delete ".gov" entirely from the directories or delegate management of ".gov" websites to someone else.<br><br>That's possible, but highly unlikely, and the attorneys general offer no evidence that ICANN would do either.<br><br><br><br>If you have any inquiries relating to where and how to make use of [https://en.volos-minivan.eu/ATHENS-0000000257-taxi-online-Meteora-greece.html taxi online Meteora greece], you could call us at our web site. | + | King Charles met Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and his wife Mareva Grabowski for tea at Windsor Castle yesterday, where they discussed a £12.3 million renovation of Prince Philip's family home in Greece.<br><br><br><br>The Small Cyclades are one of Greece's [https://en.volos-minivan.eu/ATHENS-0000000028-best-private-tours-in-Volos-greece.html best private tours in Volos greece] kept secrets.<br>Comprised of four charming inhabited islands with a tiny permanent population of residents, Iraklia, Schinoussa, Koufonisia and Donousa have a distinct character unlike any other in the Cyclades.<br><br>Head to any taverna on the island to enjoy handpicked capers, artichokes, mushrooms and oregano, and you'll never want to leave. 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King Charles met Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and his wife Mareva Grabowski for tea at Windsor Castle yesterday, where they discussed a £12.3 million renovation of Prince Philip's family home in Greece.
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Comprised of four charming inhabited islands with a tiny permanent population of residents, Iraklia, Schinoussa, Koufonisia and Donousa have a distinct character unlike any other in the Cyclades.
Head to any taverna on the island to enjoy handpicked capers, artichokes, mushrooms and oregano, and you'll never want to leave. From fresh seafood and mountain herbs to local dairy produce and wines, there's plenty to make your mouth water.
Authorities narrowed the search to an area about 30 miles east of Toledo after finding the boat. They continued to search for the two men today, even though their survival window in the water is only about 8 hour
Though the lawsuit claims that GSA decisions are submitted to ICANN for approval, that isn't the cas General Services Administration. Commerce and ICANN have delegated control of the ".gov" suffix to the U.S. GSA handles day-to-day management of which government websites can use the suffix.
How long people can survive in water that cold depends on their weight, gender and what they were wearin Share this article
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The average water temperature within the search area was about 35 to 40 degrees, the Coast Guard said.
government plans to cede control of some of the internet¿s core systems, namely, the directories that help web browsers and apps know where to find the latest weather, maps and Facebook musings. (AP Photo/David Goldman, Fil
According to legend, the famous sculptor of the Acropolis, Fidias, shared the secrets of his art with the Tinian locals, and you can spot this unique craft all over the island's houses, chapels, fountains and dovecotes, as well as in the Marble Arts Museum, in the village of Pýrgos.
Tanning addict who continued using sunbeds WHILE battling... As actress 'splits' from... What's next in Olivia's Wilde ride? Queen Maxima of The Netherlands steps out in a stylish... I quit my job as a teacher to become a stay-at-home...
It has been reported by some Greek press that one topic of discussion during the meeting could be how to better manage and preserve the Tatoi estate, once the summer residence of the Greek royal family.
It's a historical arrangement stemming from U.S. The domain name system we're familiar with dates back to 1984, long before "Pokemon Go" or even Amazon.com came alon funding for the internet's early development.
The directories themselves aren't changing, taxi online Volos greece and greece taxi service people don't interact directly with domain names as often in the era of Google searches, phone apps and Facebook links. In fact, few people would even know about the transition were it not for the noise from Capitol Hil
Their efforts failed, though, as budget negotiators left out the transition ba Donald Trump also came out in support of Cruz, his one-time rival for the GOP presidential nomination. Ironically, those wanting the U.S.
to maintain its oversight role includes a group called Americans for Limited Government.
It has nothing to do, though, with what websites publish. For instance, can a Google critic register google-sucks.org, or does Google get first dibs?
What about creating a domain name suffix just for porn sites? All it does is make sure your browser can find those site Control over the DNS mostly amounts to deciding what gets included in those directories.
has been in charge of the DNS system for more than three decades. Plans to privatize control of these functions by transferring them to a nonprofit oversight organization have been in the works since the late 1990
No single government, business, organization or Volos greece taxi prices individual controls all the computers and pipelines making up the internet. But the network relies on an addressing system called the domain name system, or Volos guided tours DNS, which includes directories that help route data like email and web requests where it needs to g
agreed in June to relinquish control to ICANN after the organization created additional mechanisms to resolve dispute ICANN already had such a multi-party approach. government insisted that businesses, academics and other parties also get seats at the table.
ICANN has taken its share of complaints over the years, often for being slow to adapt as the internet grew. (One common charge: It took too long to permit domain names in languages other than English.) And many countries believe that as long as the U.
Since 1998, an organization called the Internet Corporation for transportation in greece cost Assigned Names and Numbers has overseen the directories, mostly by setting rules and creating mechanisms for settling disputes. But ICANN also has a boss at the U.S.
Commerce Departmen
But critics objected to letting authoritarian regimes like Iran and China get equal votes on matters affecting speec Some governments have sought to transfer control to a U.N agency, the International Telecommunication Union.
