RFC 1216 · INFORMATIONAL · 1991
SUN · 14 JUN 2026
Gigabit network economics and paradigm shifts
Overview
RFC 1216, “Gigabit network economics and paradigm shifts”, is an Informational document published in April 1991 by P. Richard, P. Kynikos. The canonical text is published by the RFC Editor.
Abstract
This memo proposes a new standard paradigm for the Internet Activities Board (IAB) standardization track. [STANDARDS-TRACK]
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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