RFC 1172 · PROPOSED STANDARD · 1990

Point-to-Point Protocol initial configuration options

Overview

RFC 1172, “Point-to-Point Protocol initial configuration options”, is a Proposed Standard document published in July 1990 by D. Perkins, R. Hobby. It has been obsoleted by RFC 1331, RFC 1332 — refer to the newer document for the authoritative version. The canonical text is published by the RFC Editor.

Abstract

This memo specifies the Point-to-Point Protocol (PPP) Initial Configuration Options as a Proposed Standard Protocol for the Internet community. When it becomes a full Standard, this protocol will be recommended for all TCP/IP implementations that communicate over serial links.

Abstract as published in the RFC, via rfc-editor.org.

What “Proposed Standard” means

An entry-level standards-track specification: stable, peer-reviewed and a solid basis for implementation, though it may still evolve before becoming an Internet Standard.

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Relationships to other RFCs
Obsoleted by
RFC 1331 RFC 1332
Other RFCs from 1990

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