RFC 1264 · HISTORIC · 1991

Internet Engineering Task Force Internet Routing Protocol Standardization Criteria

Overview

RFC 1264, “Internet Engineering Task Force Internet Routing Protocol Standardization Criteria”, is a Historic document published in October 1991 by R.M. Hinden. It has been obsoleted by RFC 4794 — refer to the newer document for the authoritative version. The canonical text is published by the RFC Editor.

Abstract

This informational RFC presents procedures for creating and documenting Internet standards on routing protocols. These procedures have been established by the Internet Activities Board (IAB) in consultation with the Internet Engineering Steering Group (IESG). This memo provides information for the Internet community. It does not specifiy an Internet standard.

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What “Historic” means

A specification that has been superseded or is otherwise no longer recommended for use.

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RFC 4794
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