RFC 1241 · EXPERIMENTAL · 1991
WED · 29 JUL 2026
Scheme for an internet encapsulation protocol: Version 1
Overview
RFC 1241, “Scheme for an internet encapsulation protocol: Version 1”, is an Experimental document published in July 1991 by R.A. Woodburn, D.L. Mills. The canonical text is published by the RFC Editor.
Abstract
This memo defines an Experimental Protocol for the Internet community. It does not specify an Internet standard.
What “Experimental” means
Describes a specification that is part of a research or development effort, published so the community can gain experience with it.
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