RFC 1150 (rfc1150) - Page 1 of 4
FYI on FYI: Introduction to the FYI Notes
Alternative Format: Original Text Document
Network Working Group G. Malkin
Request for Comments: 1150 Proteon
FYI: 1 J. Reynolds
ISI
March 1990
F.Y.I. on F.Y.I.
Introduction to the F.Y.I. Notes
Status of this Memo
This RFC is the first in a new sub-series of RFCs called FYIs (For
Your Information). This memo provides information for the Internet
community. It does not specify any standard. Distribution of this
memo is unlimited.
1. Introduction
The FYI series of notes is designed to provide Internet users with a
central repository of information about any topics which relate to
the Internet. FYIs topics may range from historical memos on "Why it
was was done this way" to answers to commonly asked operational
questions.
The FYIs are intended for a wide audience. Some FYIs will cater to
beginners, while others will discuss more advanced topics. An FYI
may be submitted by anyone who has something to contribute and has
the time to do so.
2. Why RFCs
There are several reasons why the FYIs are part of the larger RFC
series of notes. The formost reason is that the distribution
mechanisms for RFCs are tried and true. Anyone who can get an RFC,
can automatically get an FYI. More importantly, anyone who knows of
the RFC series, can easily find out about the FYIs.
Another reason for making FYIs part of the RFC series is that the
maintainance mechanisms for RFCs are already in place and funded. It
makes sense to maintain similar documents is a similar way. After
all, there have been informational RFCs before.
Finally, the name RFC has come to carry a meaning with it. There is
credibility associated memos carrying the RFC label. FYIs should
share that respect.
Malkin & Reynolds
