RFC 987 · UNKNOWN · 1986

Mapping between X.400 and RFC 822

Overview

RFC 987, “Mapping between X.400 and RFC 822”, is an Unknown document published in June 1986 by S.E. Kille. It has since been updated by RFC 1026, RFC 1138, RFC 1148. It has been obsoleted by RFC 1327, RFC 2156 — refer to the newer document for the authoritative version. The canonical text is published by the RFC Editor.

Abstract

The X.400 series protocols have been defined by CCITT to provide an Interpersonal Messaging Service (IPMS), making use of a store and forward Message Transfer Service. It is expected that this standard will be implemented very widely. This document describes a set of mappings which will enable interworking between systems operating the X.400 protocols and systems using RFC-822 mail protocol or protocols derived from RFC-822. This RFC suggests a proposed protocol for the ARPA-Internet community, and requests discussion and suggestions for improvements.

Abstract as published in the RFC, via rfc-editor.org.

What “Unknown” means

The standards-track status of this early RFC was never formally classified.

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Relationships to other RFCs
Obsoleted by
RFC 1327 RFC 2156
Other RFCs from 1986

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