Lee - Thanks for passing this along - we will certainly consider it when making changes to our WHOIS output.
This raises an issue that (until now) I do not think we have considered properly - output for expired, on hold names - Chuck will examine this, and propose something for your feedback... Regards, sA At 02:23 PM 11/29/01 +0700, Lee Hodgson, DomainGuru.com wrote: >Just thought everyone might like to see this forum post from someone at >sitepoint.com - shows how confusing some people find the WHOIS output for >openSRS names: > >------------ >I notice that on many EXPIRED domain names, the whois lookup info indicates >that it is UNAVAILABLE and the following: > >"Sponsoring Reseller; for Technical Support with respect to this domain >contact: SuchandSuch [EMAIL PROTECTED]" > >What exactly does this mean? I am assuming it means what it sounds like, >that they someone is reselling the name which is usually for a sum likely >above a regular price. > >If the domain remains "expired" then how does that SuchandSuch firm get to >have a claim on it without renewing it like everyone else? and underline the >question if that "sponsoring reseller" is their original registrar? > > >From a previous topic I posted I understand that it is common practise for >NetSol and others to allow a grace period (sometimes years past the date) >but this is different as it is not only ON-HOLD but also up for sale by the >registrar or a broker without them having to renew it like?? > >Could anyone shed a little light on all this? Am I on the wrong track >altogether? >--------- > >Regards, >Lee Hodgson >e: [EMAIL PROTECTED] >w: http://www.domainguru.com <- Your Personal Domain Name Consultant. >$: http://ws.domainguru.com <- Easily the most rewarding domain affiliate >program! Scott Allan Director OpenSRS [EMAIL PROTECTED]
