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IPv8 Proposal
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Internet Protocol Version 8 (IPv8) is a managed network protocol suite designed to enhance the operation, security, and monitoring of networks from home to global scales. It utilizes OAuth2 JWT tokens for authorization of network elements and delivers all required services through a single DHCP8 lease response.
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IPv8 Proposal
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- Concern: The proposal seems fundamentally flawed, as the lack of lateral movement raises practical concerns about everyday office tasks like printing and accessing network drives.
- Concern: The document is merely an Internet-Draft and lacks formal endorsement from the IETF, which undermines its credibility and potential adoption.
- Concern: Comments suggest the proposal may have been hastily generated, possibly even by an AI, indicating a lack of serious consideration or legitimacy.
- Concern: The overall sentiment is overwhelmingly negative, with users expressing disbelief and frustration over the proposal's practicality and intent.