I agree that simpler is better than more complex, but you're not saying what is wrong with the current approach. I gather you're upset about certificates (who i

I agree that simpler is better than more complex, but you're not saying what is wrong with the current approach. I gather you're upset about certificates (who isn't annoyed with X509?), but ultimately all you're saying is "I wish Serve and Dial were more secure, but without using the mechanism that specifically exists to make them secure." This is just one big No True Scotsman.