RFC 2300 · HISTORIC · 1998

Internet Official Protocol Standards

Overview

RFC 2300, “Internet Official Protocol Standards”, is a Historic document published in May 1998 by J. Postel. It obsoletes RFC 2200. It has been obsoleted by RFC 2400 — refer to the newer document for the authoritative version. The canonical text is published by the RFC Editor.

Abstract

A discussion of the standardization process and the RFC document series is presented first, followed by an explanation of the terms. Sections 6.2 - 6.10 contain the lists of protocols in each stage of standardization. Finally are pointers to references and contacts for further information. [STANDARDS-TRACK]

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A specification that has been superseded or is otherwise no longer recommended for use.

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Relationships to other RFCs
This RFC obsoletes
RFC 2200
Obsoleted by
RFC 2400
Other RFCs from 1998

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