Changes

===New gTLD Program===

===New gTLD Program===

In November, 2011, Vint Cerf noted that he was "nervous" of ICANN's planned gTLD expansion, which was to proceed in a matter of months. Some of his concerns included the confusion created for end users, potential problems for trademark owners, and possible logistical issues, especially with regards to any new gTLD operators going out of business. Mr. Cerf did added that it seemed too late for any outside intervention into the program, and that it would consequently be important to closely monitor the gTLD expansion process and fix any issues as they arise.<ref>[http://techdailydose.nationaljournal.com/2011/11/former-icann-chairs-voice-conc.php Fomer ICANN Chair Voice Concern, TechDailyDose.NationalJournal.com]</ref>

In November, 2011, Vint said that he was "nervous" regarding ICANN's new gTLD expansion program which was set to proceed in a matter of months. Some of his concerns include the confusion created for end users, potential problems for trademark owners and possible logistical issues especially with regards to any new gTLD operators going out of business. Cerf added that it seemed too late for any outside intervention to the program. It is Important to closely monitor the gTLD expansion process and fix issues as they arise.<ref>[http://techdailydose.nationaljournal.com/2011/11/former-icann-chairs-voice-conc.php Fomer ICANN Chair Voice Concern, TechDailyDose.NationalJournal.com]</ref>

==ISOC Involvement==

==ISOC Involvement==