> In section 13.3.3 "Weak and Strong Validators", the statements > > "The weak comparison function MAY be used for simple > (non-subrange) GET requests. The strong comparison function MUST > be used in all other cases." > > and > > "A cache or origin server receiving a conditional request, other > than a full-body GET request, MUST use the strong comparison > function to evaluate the condition." > > state the same requirement. It isn't quite the same thing. One states requirements on the client, and the other on origin servers or proxies. It is a bit confusing, and may be redundant. Jeff, what is the right thing to do here? - JimReceived on Wednesday, 11 November 1998 10:04:25 UTC
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