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Review of the DNS Root Server Advisory Committee
Background
In accordance of Article XI, Section 2 of the Bylaws , the role of the Root Server System Advisory Committee ("RSSAC") is to advise the Board about the operation of the root name servers of the domain name system. The RSSAC considers and provides advice on the operational requirements of root name servers, including host hardware capacities, operating systems and name server software versions, network connectivity and physical environment. The RSSAC also examines and advises on the security aspects of the root name server system, as well as reviews the number, location, and distribution of root name servers considering the total system performance, robustness, and reliability.
Membership in the RSSAC consists of (i) each operator of an authoritative root name server (as listed at ftp://ftp.internic.net/domain/named.root), and (ii) such other persons as are appointed by the ICANN Board. The Chair is elected by the members of the DNS Root Server System Advisory Committee pursuant to procedures adopted by the members. The RSSAC appoints one non-voting liaison to the ICANN Board of Directors.
The RSSAC meets periodically, usually in conjunction with IETF meetings.
For more information about the RSSAC, see http://www.icann.org/committees/dns-root/
Update
The public comment period has closed on Draft Terms of Reference for this review.
No comments were received. Staff will develop a proposed RFP for posting to solicit applications from independent reviewers.
Next Steps
The Board Governance Committee is considering the final Terms of Reference and a Request for Proposals (RFP - solicitation of applications from independent evaluators). These will be posted once approved.
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