ReRecord the Handshake Blockchain

Directly point to an IP address on the HNS blockchain without requiring a separate name server service at the TLD level.

Abstract and Motivation

As the Handshake (HNS) blockchain reaches its fourth year since Mainnet launch, there's growing pushback against its "referral only" approach. Issue #125 originally led to the decision not to include A and AAAA records on-chain, limiting domains to NS pointers. However, with HandyCon approaching and discussions with Andrew Lee, the King of Joseon, there's a call to revisit this decision. Lee argues that allowing A and AAAA records on-chain would simplify domain setup, eliminating the need for separate name servers and third-party services, thereby accelerating HNS domain adoption.

What is Rerecord? HIP018

TLDR – it allows users to point to an IP address (host), on the HNS blockchain, without needing to also setup / use a name server service, at the bare TLD level.

Domain Management

Streamlining Domain Management with TLDR on Handshake Blockchain

As the Handshake (HNS) blockchain reaches its fourth year since Mainnet launch, there's growing pushback against its "referral only" approach. Issue #125 originally led to the decision not to include A and AAAA records on-chain, limiting domains to NS pointers. However, with HandyCon approaching and discussions with Andrew Lee, the King of Joseon, there's a call to revisit this decision. Lee argues that allowing A and AAAA records on-chain would simplify domain setup, eliminating the need for separate name servers and third-party services, thereby accelerating HNS domain adoption.

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TLDR: Direct IP Address Pointing on the HNS Blockchain

Streamlining Domain Management: TLDR Enables Direct IP Address Pointing on the HNS Blockchain

Instead of relying on the integration of Namebase dLinks and Sia Skynet dLinks, which has encountered challenges, TLDR enables users to bypass this complexity by directly pointing their domains to an IP address on their bare top-level domain (TLD). This direct association streamlines the process, offering a more reliable and straightforward solution for linking domains to specific IP addresses. By eliminating the dependency on intermediary services, users can enjoy greater control and efficiency in managing their domain setups on the Handshake (HNS) blockchain.

Pros of Re-record

This simply gives more choice to the TLD owner, as well as more utility to the chain.

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TLDR is a feature on the Handshake (HNS) blockchain that revolutionizes domain management. Traditionally, setting up a domain involves configuring name server services to link domain names to specific IP addresses. However, TLDR simplifies this process by allowing users to directly associate their domains with an IP address at the bare top-level domain (TLD) level.

This means that users no longer need to rely on or set up additional name server services. Instead, they can point their domains directly to an IP address of their choice, all within the secure framework of the HNS blockchain. This direct association streamlines the domain setup process, offering users greater control and efficiency in managing their online presence.

In essence, TLDR empowers users to bypass the complexities of traditional domain management, providing a seamless solution for linking domains to IP addresses on the Handshake blockchain.

Proof of Concept

TLDR – it allows users to point to an IP address (host), on the HNS blockchain, without needing to also setup / use a name server service, at the bare TLD level.

TLDR stands for “Too Long; Didn’t Read.” It’s commonly used to summarize lengthy information concisely.

Discover Your Next Handshake Domain Name

TLDR – it allows users to point to an IP address (host), on the HNS blockchain, without needing to also setup / use a name server service, at the bare TLD level.