Re: New URL schemes

> Usual URL
> descriptions give at least examples of what a browser (or other software)
> will typically do when that URL is activated, in terms of other
> protocols.

I agree, although not necessarily 'typically' and not necessarily 'in
terms of other protocols'.

For me, I think it is clear that the "tel:" and "fax:" URL schemes are
useful, just because of the possibility of automatic dialing and
interaction with fax software. 

I'm less sure about the utility of a postal address URL scheme, though.
I can imagine
   snail://USA/CA/Palo%20Alto/3333%20Coyote%20Hill%20Road
as the URL of my postal address, but how could it be used effectively?

Perhaps a URL registration needs to indicate a real implementation; not
just 'what does it mean'. 

Larry
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