Re: [Ref-Links] linkbaton and DOI

[Eric Hellman <eric@openly.com>]

At 10:28 AM +0100 1/13/00, herbert van de sompel wrote:
>To ensure there is no misunderstanding regarding SFX and LinkBaton, I
>want to point out that:
>* the LinkBaton REDIRECTION COMPONENT (shipping mechanism) is a
>rendering of the SFX REDIRECTION COMPONENT presented under another name
>and using another syntax.
>* The LinkBaton SERVICE COMPONENT does not build on the technology used
>by the SFX SERVICE COMPONENT.


We think of LinkBaton as an atomic, user-driven redirection service. 
I'm flattered that you consider that we have a "service component" at 
all, especially compared to SFX.

The "transport" mechanism in SFX can be compared to a direct flight 
between two big cities, while the transport in LinkBaton can be 
compared to a hub-and-spoke system. Herbert has spent a lot of time 
on the Albuquerque-to-Brussels route, so he can be forgiven for not 
liking hub-and-spoke.


>In order for a shipping mechanism to be widely accepted by the
>information industry, its syntax will have to be "standardized".  Eric
>Hellman and I have recently been in touch about this.


The economic benefits of having airplanes that are compatible with 
both transport systems are compelling.


>I look forward to bringing you further news about SFX as new
>implementations get underway.
>
>herbert van de sompel
>
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