> You do realize that the biggest problem with a centralized or 
> semi-centralized directory is that each Freenet node now has to contact 
> it, which gives you a centralized place to watch for the creation of new 
> Freenet nodes.

Well, this is the case anyway - since an adversary capable of monitoring 
internet traffic need only watch for downloads from 
http://freenetproject.org/.  Use of the distribution servlet addresses 
both problems.

Ian.

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Ian Clarke                                                  ian at locut.us
Coordinator, The Freenet Project              http://freenetproject.org/
CEO, Cematics LLC                                   http://cematics.com/
Founder, Locutus                                        http://locut.us/
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