NETBLT: A bulk data transfer protocol
RFC 969, “NETBLT: A bulk data transfer protocol”, is an Unknown document published in December 1985 by D.D. Clark, M.L. Lambert, L. Zhang. It has been obsoleted by RFC 998 — refer to the newer document for the authoritative version. The canonical text is published by the RFC Editor.
Abstract
This RFC suggests a proposed protocol for the ARPA-Internet community, and requests discussion and suggestions for improvements. This is a preliminary discussion of the Network Block Transfer (NETBLT) protocol. NETBLT is intended for the rapid transfer of a large quantity of data between computers. It provides a transfer that is reliable and flow controlled, and is structured to provide maximum throughput over a wide variety of networks. This description is published for discussion and comment, and does not constitute a standard. As the proposal may change, implementation of this document is not advised. See RFC-998.
What “Unknown” means
The standards-track status of this early RFC was never formally classified.
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