> ...it's just an API failure This. As far as the bandwidth issue goes, effective use of caching and compression can go a long way. Schemes varying the respons

> ...it's just an API failure This. As far as the bandwidth issue goes, effective use of caching and compression can go a long way. Schemes varying the responses via the URL compromise schema validation based on media type (see JSON Schema, for example). Specific cases where fat or thin requests truly make a difference can be addressed with additional media types.