Metadata Distribution Subcommittee of TAC

["Joe St Sauver" <>]

Tom commented:

#Okay, I changed the name of the document to "Metadata Query Protocol"
#and removed the abbreviation "MDX" from the document. I have to say,
#though, I did this reluctantly. I really don't like using the word
#"query" in this context since it gives the wrong impression. Even
#today on the TAC call folks were talking about "metadata query" in the
#sense of "arbitrary ad hoc query for metadata." I didn't say anything
#but I shudder every time I hear the word used in that way.

Removing the MDX abbreviation at least prevents accidental transcriptions
leading to the rap group DMX, although I must admit that I've always 
rather admired the motorcycle stunts they demonstrate in their "Ruff 
Ryders' Anthem" video from 2001 or so. :-;

Regards,

Joe