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> > > I don't believe setting up application lvl software
> > > belonghs in the datalink/network layer(s).
> >
> > Pppd is application software that sets up and maintains the link
>
> It does more than just the link lvl it sets up routes as well.
>
> > level. Why shouldn't it start up an application level script or edit
> > a config file itself based on information it's negotiated with the
> > other end?
>
> It should; but JUST the link, not other ones.
> It should send the eqiv of an interrupt saying link lvl's done.
Ok, I understand your point. One tool for one job.
> > My opinion is slightly biased against it doing so simply because I've
> > always believed resolv.conf is a file for humans, but OTOH it can be
>
> "file for humans"? Explain.
For humans to edit. I'm always nervous about unattended processes
editing files that a human can touch. But I suppose that's what
locking's for. :-/
> I don't know what OTOH stands for. :<
On The Other Hand.
-- Toomas Losin ParaLynx Internet
New Westminster, BC