NSI Changes the WHOIS Rules

Have you run 'whois' lately? Alex Prestin has. And he noted (as did several dozen others) that NSI has changed the message that appears. The most amusing part is that submitting a whois means you agree to this agreement: there's not normal way to cancel should you disagree with the policy. (which in all fairness is designed to slow down spammers and whois server abusers). Anyway, hit the link to read what you're agreeing to without agreeing to it.

[rs.internic.net]
The Data in Network Solutions' WHOIS database is provided by Network Solutions for information purposes, and to assist persons in obtaining information about or related to a domain name registration record. Network Solutions does not guarantee its accuracy. By submitting a WHOIS query, you agree that you will use this Data only for lawful purposes and that, under no circumstances will you use this Data to: (1) allow, enable, or otherwise support the transmission of mass unsolicited, commercial advertising or solicitations via e-mail (spam); or (2) enable high volume, automated, electronic processes that apply to Network Solutions (or its systems). Network Solutions reserves the right to modify these terms at any time. By submitting this query, you agree to abide by this policy.