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This document discusses research networking standards organizations and their roles. It provides background on standards bodies like ISO, ITU, ICANN, IANA, IEEE, EIA, TIA, ISOC, IAB, IETF, W3C and describes people instrumental in developing internet standards. The document poses questions about the roles and responsibilities of these organizations and has the student research and provide answers. It concludes with reflections on the importance of standards in enabling internet commerce, communication and interoperability.

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Researching Internet Networking Standards

This document discusses research networking standards organizations and their roles. It provides background on standards bodies like ISO, ITU, ICANN, IANA, IEEE, EIA, TIA, ISOC, IAB, IETF, W3C and describes people instrumental in developing internet standards. The document poses questions about the roles and responsibilities of these organizations and has the student research and provide answers. It concludes with reflections on the importance of standards in enabling internet commerce, communication and interoperability.

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Lab - Research Networking Standards

Objectives
 Research Networking Standards Organizations
 Reflect on Internet and Computer Networking Experiences

Background / Scenario
Using web search engines like Google, research the non-profit organizations that are responsible for
establishing international standards for the internet and the development of internet technologies.

Required Resources
Device with internet access

Instructions

Step 1: Research Networking Standards Organizations


In this step, you will identify some of the major standards organizations and important characteristics, such as
the number of years in existence, the size of their membership, the important historical figures, some of the
responsibilities and duties, organizational oversight role, and the location of the organization’s headquarters.
Use a web browser or websites for various organizations to research information about the following
organizations and the people who have been instrumental in maintaining them.
You can find answers to the questions below by searching the following organizational acronyms and terms:
ISO, ITU, ICANN, IANA, IEEE, EIA, TIA, ISOC, IAB, IETF, W3C, RFC, and Wi-Fi Alliance.
Questions:

1. Who is Jonathan B. Postel and what is he known for?

TJonathan Postel was an American computer scientist who made significant contributions to the


development of the internet standards, to the creation of Internet Assigned Numbers Authority
(IANA) and as the RFC Editor.

2. Which two related organizations are responsible for managing the top-level domain name space and the root
Domain Name System (DNS) name servers on the internet?

International Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) and Internet Assigned Numbers
Authority (IANA)

3. Vinton Cerf has been called one of main fathers of the internet. What internet organizations did he chair or
help found? What internet technologies did he help to develop?

TVinton Cerf co-founded Internet Society (ISOC) with Bob Kahn in 1992, helped with the creation of
ICANN, and served as the chair of Internet Architecture Board (IAB) from 1989 – [Link] your
answers here.

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4. What organization is responsible for publishing Request for Comments (RFC)?


Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF)e your answers here.
5. What do RFC 349 and RFC 1700 have in common?here.
Port Numbers. The current list can be found at [Link]
port-numbers/[Link]
6. What RFC number is the ARPAWOCKY? What is it?
RFC 527. The first humorous RFC which then led to IETF launching April fool’s day RFC in [Link]
your answers here.
7. Who founded the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C)?
Founded by Tim Berners-Lee at MIT
8. Name 10 World Wide Web (WWW) standards that the W3C develops and maintains?

TSome samples: Common Gateway Interface (CGI), Document Object Model


(DOM), HyperText Markup Language (HTML), Extensible Markup Language (XML)

9. Where is the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) headquarters located and what is the
significance of its logo?

TInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) is headquartered in New York


City, New York, United States. The IEEE logo is a diamond-shaped design which
illustrates the right hand grip rule embedded in Benjamin Franklin’s kite.

10. What is the IEEE standard for the Wi-Fi Protected Access 2 (WPA2) security protocol?
WPA2 is based on IEEE 802.11i standard. It is commonly used on Wi-Fi wireless [Link] your
answers here.
11. Is the Wi-Fi Alliance a non-profit standards organization? What is their goal?

Yes, Wi-Fi Alliance is a non-profit trade association, and its goals are to ensure interoperability and
backward compatibility and provide innovation [Link] your answers here.

12. Who is Hamadoun Touré?


Hamadoun Touré of Mali is the Secretary General of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU).
13. What is the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and where is it headquartered?

ITU is an agency of the United Nations dedicated to the information and communication technologies.
ITU’s headquarters are located in Geneva, [Link] your answers here.

14. Name the three ITU sectors.


TThe three ITU sectors are: Radio communication, Standardization and Development.
15. What does the RS in RS-232 stand for and which organization introduced it?

RS stands for Recommended Standard. RS-232 was introduced by the Radio Section of Electronic
Industries Alliance (EIA).Type your answers here.

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16. What is SpaceWire?


SpaceWire is a standard for high-speed links and networks for use onboard spacecraft
17. What is the mission of the ISOC and where are its headquarters located?

The Internet Society (ISOC) headquarters are located in Reston, Virginia and Geneva,
Switzerland. Its mission is “to assure the open development, evolution and use of
the internet for the benefit of all people throughout the world” .What organizations does the
IAB oversee?

IAB oversees Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF) and Internet Research Task Force
(IRTF)..
18. What organization oversees the IAB?
ISOC oversees IAB.
19. When was the ISO founded and where are its headquarters located?

International Organization for Standardization (ISO) was founded in 1947 and its
headquarters are located in Geneva, [Link] your answers here.

Step 2: Reflect on Internet and Computer Networking Experiences


Take a moment to think about the internet today in relation to the organizations and technologies you have
just researched. Then answer the following questions.
Questions:

1. How do the internet standards allow for greater commerce? What potential problems could we have if we did
not have the IEEE?

TEach company would development its own protocols and products which may not work
with equipment from other [Link] your answers here.

2. What potential problems could we have if we did not have the W3C?

TWe would not have a “common” language on the internet to display information and
communicate with each [Link] your answers here.

3. What can we learn from the example of the Wi-Fi Alliance with regard to the necessity of networking
standards?

If equipment manufacturers follow the same standards/rules, it allows for


interoperability and backward compatibility. This encourages competition, allows for
consumer choices and encourages the manufacturers to create better products.

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Common questions

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Without organizations like ISO, ICANN, and ITU, global internet governance would face challenges such as inconsistent standards and protocols, leading to compatibility issues. Additionally, the absence of centralized coordination for the internet's domain name system could result in security vulnerabilities and a fragmented digital environment .

The IEEE's protocol standardization for wireless networks, particularly IEEE 802.11i which WPA2 is based upon, enhances network security by ensuring that robust and consistent security measures are implemented globally. Such standardization facilitates the development of secure, interoperable wireless networks, crucial for protecting sensitive data .

The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) is crucial in setting international telecommunications and radio regulations, which fosters global communications interoperability. Its strategic headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland, positions it at the heart of international diplomatic and telecommunications discussions .

The IEEE is headquartered in New York City, a global business hub that enhances its international impact and accessibility. The logo's design, illustrating Benjamin Franklin’s kite experiment, symbolizes innovation and scientific discovery, reinforcing its reputation as a leading institution in technological standards and innovation .

Without the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C), there would be no "common" language on the internet for displaying information and communication. The absence of standardized web languages and protocols would lead to incompatibility issues, hindering effective website development and functionality globally .

The Wi-Fi Alliance's objectives to ensure interoperability and backward compatibility among wireless products are crucial in standardizing Wi-Fi technology. This alignment allows diverse equipment from different manufacturers to function seamlessly, promoting innovation and consumer choice within the wireless technology market .

Request for Comments (RFC) serves as an open and collaborative documentation process through which internet standards and protocols are proposed, reviewed, and agreed upon. This iterative process facilitates widespread community input and transparency, establishing robust and widely accepted internet protocols .

Jonathan B. Postel was an American computer scientist known for his influential role in the development of internet standards. He significantly contributed to creating the Internet Assigned Numbers Authority (IANA) and served as the Editor of the Request for Comments (RFC). His work laid foundational protocols for the internet that are critical to its functioning today .

ICANN and IANA manage global and local internet infrastructures by coordinating domain name systems and internet protocol resources. Their roles are vital in maintaining a coherent and secure global internet framework, preventing monopolistic control and ensuring uninterrupted global connectivity .

The Internet Society (ISOC) promotes the open development, evolution, and use of the internet through oversight and support of organizations like the Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF) and Internet Research Task Force (IRTF). Its mission focuses on ensuring that the internet remains accessible and beneficial to all, reinforcing its advocacy for open standards and access .

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