Re: Requirements for reliable message delivery

This is exactly correct, in my experience.

I'd add that it also helps that most people are unaware how truly
ugly HTTP actually is...
                       - Jim

> >
> > Most people who want to use HTTP aren't attracted to its state
> > model.  They're attracted to HTTP because it runs over port 80, works
> > through firewalls (usually), seems to have security (which may or
> > may not be appropriate for the user's particular purpose), can be
> > plugged into an existing server, and/or (mostly) because they are
> > (somewhat) familiar and comfortable with it.  They (often incorrectly)
> > assume that by simply using HTTP they can avoid worrying about protocol
> > design issues. 
> >
> > Keith
> >

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Jim Gettys
Cambridge Research Laboratory
Compaq Computer Corporation
jg@pa.dec.com