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From: Tom Samplonius <tom@sdf.com>
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Subject: auto-DOWNing of ethernet interface?
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  Is it possible to get the various ethernet drivers to ifconfig the
interface DOWN upon loss of carrier, and UP it again when carrier is
resumed?

Tom