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> > I am told by someone with direct knowledge that all they want is some > estimate of numbers of pops and methods of connecting them. IE some data > about proposed network topology and nothing more and that they pledge to > keep this confidential. > > Karl defined what was wanted in rather broader terms unless I > misunderstood his message. Why can't some general estimate at this > fairly high and abstract level with geographic locations of POPS not > precisely pin pointed (pick the radius that suits you - 10 miles - 5- or > 50 miles) be given. Several people directly involved in the process are > telling me that such general and fairly abstract data is quite sufficient > and that they absolutely do NOT want anything to do with how the ISP > defines it future market. > > Karl: is it your point that you cannot even give general data without > giving away more than you want about market you are pursuing? > > ******************************************************************** > Gordon Cook, Editor & Publisher Subscript.: Individ-ascii $85 No, we provided them with that general data and were told that wasn't enough information for them to make a decision. The general case is publically known and isn't something that is considered proprietary; the specific case is, and is not something we're about to disclose. -- -- Karl Denninger ([email protected])| MCSNet - The Finest Internet Connectivity Modem: [+1 312 248-0900] | (shell, PPP, SLIP, leased) in Chicagoland Voice: [+1 312 248-8649] | 6 POPs online through Chicago, all 28.8 Fax: [+1 312 248-9865] | Email to "[email protected]" for more information ISDN: Surf at Smokin' Speed | WWW: http://www.mcs.net, gopher: gopher.mcs.net
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