RFC 1167 · INFORMATIONAL · 1990
SUN · 14 JUN 2026
Thoughts on the National Research and Education Network
Overview
RFC 1167, “Thoughts on the National Research and Education Network”, is an Informational document published in July 1990 by V.G. Cerf. The canonical text is published by the RFC Editor.
Abstract
The memo provides a brief outline of a National Research and Education Network (NREN). This memo provides information for the Internet community. It does not specify any standard. It is not a statement of IAB policy or recommendations.
What “Informational” means
Published for the general information of the community. It does not define an IETF standard and carries no standards-track status.
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