RFC 1335 · INFORMATIONAL · 1992

A Two-Tier Address Structure for the Internet: A Solution to the Problem of Address Space Exhaustion

Overview

RFC 1335, “A Two-Tier Address Structure for the Internet: A Solution to the Problem of Address Space Exhaustion”, is an Informational document published in May 1992 by Z. Wang, J. Crowcroft. The canonical text is published by the RFC Editor.

Abstract

This RFC presents a solution to problem of address space exhaustion in the Internet. It proposes a two-tier address structure for the Internet. This is an "idea" paper and discussion is strongly encouraged. This memo provides information for the Internet community. It does not specify an Internet standard.

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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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