RFC 1279 · EXPERIMENTAL · 1991
SUN · 14 JUN 2026
X.500 and Domains
Overview
RFC 1279, “X.500 and Domains”, is an Experimental document published in November 1991 by S.E. Hardcastle-Kille. The canonical text is published by the RFC Editor.
Abstract
This RFC considers X.500 in relation to Internet and UK Domains. 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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