(Continuing this for its value in exploring the issues ...)
On 14 Dec 2000 at 16:57 -0800, Jelena Mirkovic apparently wrote:
> >* Software magically takes registrant WG preferences and fills rooms,
> > giving priority to those who have been active (purely according to WG
> > chairs). Once a room is full no one is added. OK, this is the
> > cruddiest part, but leave the details for now.
> Errrr....so some people get cut off even during registration process???
> What does it mean active? How about newcomers?
How about newcomers? IETF activity takes place primarily on mailing
lists. IETF meetings are to resolve issues and reach closure. If
you're not active, why are you coming?
> Would it not be a nice idea to simply find a hotel with enough number
> of big rooms so that everyone who wants can fit in? At least at
> registration time? And then you can have stand-by for people that did not
> register but suddenly decided they would like to attend some sessions.
Yes of course. Our capacity needs are going beyond the capability of
most meeting sites.
...Scott
