RFC 1537 · INFORMATIONAL · 1993

Common DNS Data File Configuration Errors

Overview

RFC 1537, “Common DNS Data File Configuration Errors”, is an Informational document published in October 1993 by P. Beertema. It has been obsoleted by RFC 1912 — refer to the newer document for the authoritative version. The canonical text is published by the RFC Editor.

Abstract

This memo describes errors often found in DNS data files. It points out common mistakes system administrators tend to make and why they often go unnoticed for long periods of time. This memo provides information for the Internet community. It does not specify an Internet standard.

Abstract as published in the RFC, via rfc-editor.org.

What “Informational” means

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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Relationships to other RFCs
Obsoleted by
RFC 1912
Other RFCs from 1993

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