ISOC Standard Bodies
Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF)
- Concerned with evolution of Internet architecture and smooth operation of Internet
- Work through groups (organized by topics)
- Request For Comments (RFC): basis of Internet standards
Internet Engineering Steering Group (IESG)
- Responsible for management of the standard process
- Establishes and administers rules in creating standards
Internet Architecture Board (IAB)
- Provides strategic architectural oversight, guidance
Internet Research Task Force (IRTF)
- Focus on long-term specific issues