Entities Involved in the IETF Standards Process
RFC 9281, “Entities Involved in the IETF Standards Process”, is a Best Current Practice document published in June 2022 by R. Salz. It obsoletes RFC 2028. The canonical text is published by the RFC Editor.
Abstract
This document describes the individuals and organizations involved in the IETF standards process, as described in BCP 9. It includes brief descriptions of the entities involved and the role they play in the standards process.
The IETF and its structure have undergone many changes since RFC 2028 was published in 1996. This document reflects the changed organizational structure of the IETF and obsoletes RFC 2028.
What “Best Current Practice” means
Documents the IETF community's recommended operational or procedural practice rather than a protocol specification.
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