What is RFC 3514? The RFC proposes the addition of a single bit, known as the “Evil Bit,” in the IPv4 header. This bit, when set to ‘1’, would indicate that the packet being transmitted is intended for malicious purposes. Conversely, when set to ‘0’, the packet would be considered benign. The primary goal of…

When you think of internet protocols, you probably imagine a complex web of wires, satellites, and servers working tirelessly to transmit data across the globe. However, not all internet protocols are created with such seriousness. Enter RFC 1149 and RFC 2549, the quirkiest and most humorous protocols ever to be conceived in the tech world.…