RFC 1078 · HISTORIC · 1988
MON · 27 JUL 2026
TCP port service Multiplexer
Overview
RFC 1078, “TCP port service Multiplexer”, is a Historic document published in November 1988 by M. Lottor. It has been obsoleted by RFC 7805 — refer to the newer document for the authoritative version. The canonical text is published by the RFC Editor.
Abstract
This RFC proposes an Internet standard which can be used by future TCP services instead of using 'well-known ports'.
What “Historic” means
A specification that has been superseded or is otherwise no longer recommended for use.
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Relationships to other RFCs
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