RFC 8993 · INFORMATIONAL · 2021
MON · 27 JUL 2026
A Reference Model for Autonomic Networking
Overview
RFC 8993, “A Reference Model for Autonomic Networking”, is an Informational document published in May 2021 by M. Behringer, B. Carpenter, T. Eckert, L. Ciavaglia, J. Nobre. The canonical text is published by the RFC Editor.
Abstract
This document describes a reference model for Autonomic Networking for managed networks. It defines the behavior of an autonomic node, how the various elements in an autonomic context work together, and how autonomic services can use the infrastructure.
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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