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RFC 2231: MIME Parameter Value and Encoded Word Extensions: Character Sets, Languages, and Continuations

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This memo defines extensions to the RFC 2045 media type and RFC 2183 disposition parameter value mechanisms. This memo also defines an extension to the encoded words defined in RFC 2047 to allow the specification of the language to be used for display as well as the character set. [STANDARDS-TRACK]

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Document ID
RFC2231
Published
November 1997
Authors
N. Freed; K. Moore
Status
PROPOSED STANDARD
Stream
Legacy
Area
—
Pages
10
Also known as
—
Obsoletes:
RFC 2184
Updates:
RFC 2045, RFC 2047, RFC 2183

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