RFC 147 · UNKNOWN · 1971
MON · 15 JUN 2026
Definition of a socket
Overview
RFC 147, “Definition of a socket”, is an Unknown document published in May 1971 by J.M. Winett. It updates RFC 129. The canonical text is published by the RFC Editor.
What “Unknown” means
The standards-track status of this early RFC was never formally classified.
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Relationships to other RFCs
Other RFCs from 1971
- RFC 146 Views on issues relevant to data sharing on computer networks
- RFC 148 Comments on RFC 123
- RFC 145 Initial Connection Protocol Control Commands
- RFC 149 Best Laid Plans
- RFC 144 Data sharing on computer networks
- RFC 150 Use of IPC Facilities: A Working Paper
- RFC 143 Regarding proffered official ICP
- RFC 151 Comments on a proffered official ICP: RFCs 123, 127