broadcast network model

["Michael A. Dolan" <miked@tbt.com>]

Apologies for not tracking this list closely recently, but as I recall, it
was mostly concerned with routing issues surrounding UDLR links that made
up a "full duplex" network.

Has this group given any thought to the non-route-related issues
surrounding a single unidirectional link (i.e. TV broadcast), such as the
basic network model and such?

It has become obvious that a network model needs to be developed that will
permit a sane use of such a network topology - assignment of IP addresses
consistent with the existing RFC's, a new form of ARP and SGMP, etc.

Any pointers, especially within IETF, would be appreciated, even if this
list is not the right forum.

FYI, I have a home for the discussion within ATSC, but am looking for
broader involvement in the discussion.

Thanks in advance.

Regards,
	Mike

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