RFC 4294 · INFORMATIONAL · 2006

IPv6 Node Requirements

Overview

RFC 4294, “IPv6 Node Requirements”, is an Informational document published in April 2006 by J. Loughney. It has since been updated by RFC 5095. It has been obsoleted by RFC 6434 — refer to the newer document for the authoritative version. The canonical text is published by the RFC Editor.

Abstract

This document defines requirements for IPv6 nodes. It is expected that IPv6 will be deployed in a wide range of devices and situations. Specifying the requirements for IPv6 nodes allows IPv6 to function well and interoperate in a large number of situations and deployments. This memo provides information for the Internet community.

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 6434
Updated by
RFC 5095
Other RFCs from 2006

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