RFC 2703 · INFORMATIONAL · 1999
SUN · 14 JUN 2026
Protocol-independent Content Negotiation Framework
Overview
RFC 2703, “Protocol-independent Content Negotiation Framework”, is an Informational document published in September 1999 by G. Klyne. The canonical text is published by the RFC Editor.
Abstract
This memo sets out terminology, an abstract framework and goals for protocol-independent content negotiation, and identifies some technical issues which may need to be addressed. This memo provides information for the Internet community.
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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