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Adequate solutions to any problem (including spam) require a rich and precise understanding of the nature of the problem itself, an understanding firmly grounded in observation and measurement.

The Analysis & Characterization Group (ACG) applies empirical and quantitative methods to problems and issues surrounding spam--where it comes from, what it looks like, ways to eliminate it. The focus and contribution of the ACG is more diffuse than specific, more methodological than technical. Areas of interest include (but are not limited to):

• Data acqusition and dissemination
• Research design
• Measurement & metrics
• Data analysis and interpretation

(ASRG ACG Draft Charter, Rev0.2, October 13, 2003)

Formed in October of 2003, as of February 2004 SUSPENDED due to lack of interest (see this announcement).

Used to be headed by Terry Sullivan and Peter Kay. Currently, in suspension and has no chairs. Interested parties can contact the ASRG chairs.

This subgroup has a closed membership policy, to join contact the ASRG chairs.

To subscribe to the list contact the subgroup chair(s) or ASRG chairs. Mailing list archives prior to February 2004 can be found at ASRG worksite, post-February 2004 archives are available at Gmane.

This subgroup maintains an additional webpage at the ASRG worksite.