RFC 5194 · INFORMATIONAL · 2008

Framework for Real-Time Text over IP Using the Session Initiation Protocol

Overview

RFC 5194, “Framework for Real-Time Text over IP Using the Session Initiation Protocol”, is an Informational document published in June 2008 by A. van Wijk, G. Gybels. The canonical text is published by the RFC Editor.

Abstract

This document lists the essential requirements for real-time Text-over-IP (ToIP) and defines a framework for implementation of all required functions based on the Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) and the Real-Time Transport Protocol (RTP). This includes interworking between Text-over-IP and existing text telephony on the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN) and other networks. This memo provides information for the Internet community.

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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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