Multiple Encapsulation Methods Considered Harmful

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Publisher: IETF
Doc Type: Informational
Pages: 27
Abstract: This document describes architectural and operational issues that arise from link-layer protocols supporting multiple Internet Protocol encapsulation methods. This memo provides information for the Internet community.
Publication Date: 2007-04-01
Status Note: Informational
DOI: 10.17487/RFC4840
Link: https://doi.org/10.17487/RFC4840
Author(s): Dr. Bernard D. Aboba
Elwyn B. Davies
Dave Thaler
Keyword(s): Internet Architecture Board, Link-layer Protocol, IP Encapsulation, Internet Protocol Encapsulation

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