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The very first RFC, RFC 1, was published in April 1969. Although the "host software" technology discussed has long since become obsolete, documents like this one offer a very interesting glimpse into the early days of computer networking. Even today, the plain text format of the RFC remains essentially the same as it has since the beginning.
As the basic technologies of the Internet have matured, and the Internet has grown to include many non-technical people, the need for RFCs has diminished. Yet a few RFCs are still being produced for leading-edge research in Internet-based networking.
Also Known As: Request for Comments
Related Resources:
Introduction to Ethernet
Ethernet technology drives many of the world's local area networks (LANs).IP Self Test
Test your knowledge of IP basics with this online quiz. The exam is not easy, but it can be a fun way to learn more about this popular protocol.
Elsewhere on the Web:
The Master RFC List
The complete list of RFCs contains many that have been superceded or declared obsolete over the years.
