RFC 5449 · EXPERIMENTAL · 2009
MON · 14 SEP 2026
OSPF Multipoint Relay Extension for Ad Hoc Networks
Overview
RFC 5449, “OSPF Multipoint Relay Extension for Ad Hoc Networks”, is an Experimental document published in February 2009 by E. Baccelli, P. Jacquet, D. Nguyen, T. Clausen. The canonical text is published by the RFC Editor.
Abstract
This document specifies an OSPFv3 interface type tailored for mobile ad hoc networks. This interface type is derived from the broadcast interface type, and is denoted the "OSPFv3 MANET interface type". This memo defines an Experimental Protocol for the Internet community.
What “Experimental” means
Describes a specification that is part of a research or development effort, published so the community can gain experience with it.
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