The RTDCOM Protocol - A Real-Time Intercomputer Data Transmission Protocol for the ARPA Network

Abstract

This document presents an ARPA Network Protocol for real-time high volume intercomputer data transmission using prearranged non-switched data communication channels. This protocol deletes unnecessary and cumbersome aspects of the standard (NCP) ARPANET protocol and adds features intended to strengthen data integrity and to avoid error and loss due to network instability and outrage. A special feature enables automatic switching of the data channel to alternate IMP ports in case a site changes its configuration. This protocol is suitable for use with either the IMP Regular Message (type 0) or the newly introduced Uncontrolled Packet (type 3).

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
May 20, 1975
Accession Number
ADA021687

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  • Edwin W. Meyer Jr.

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