Defense Data Network and the Naval Security Group

Abstract

This thesis describes the Defense Data Network (DDN) and its possible applications for the Naval Security Group. It reviews the background and historical information that contributed to the selection of DDN as the primary long distance data communications system for the Department of Defense. It evaluates some of the advantages and disadvantages of packet switching technology. The survivability, availability, and security features of DDN are presented. Also included are specifications of the hardware equipment, software standards, and operating procedures for DDN. The Naval Security Group does not require direct DDN access to accomplish its operational mission. There are, however, a number of nonoperational requirements that could be facilitated by direct DDN access. This thesis discusses a potential role for DDN in the Naval Security Group. Applications for administration, personnel, supply, and logistics functions are provided.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Mar 01, 1988
Accession Number
ADA196806

Entities

People

  • Jean M. Eberhardt

Organizations

  • Naval Postgraduate School

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Energy and Power Technologies
  • Human Systems
  • Space

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Application Protocols
  • Civil Engineering
  • Communication Systems
  • Computer Communications
  • Computer Networks
  • Computer Programming
  • Computer Programs
  • Cybersecurity
  • Data Transmission
  • Department Of Defense
  • Digital Communications
  • Electronic Mail
  • Multiple Access
  • Network Protocols
  • Network Science
  • Packet Switching
  • Processing Equipment

Fields of Study

  • Computer science

Readers

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