- RIPRNet
RIPRNet (Radio over Internet Protocol Routed Network) is a
United States militarynetwork that allows users to exchangeradio voice data over an IP routed network. In 2007, RIPRNet is still being installed inIraq for use byUS and Coalition forces.It is a Tactical System, used by trucks or mobile forces. Part of the network is routed over Strategic systems to increase connectivity.
As of July 2007, 14 core sites and 37 ground station consoles were operational, costing "less than $10 million (US dollars) to implement, and is expected to cost 300,000 a year to maintain." [http://public.afca.af.mil/shared/media/document/AFD-070129-138.pdf]
External links
* [http://www.af.mil/news/story.asp?id=123019140 New radio technology keeps troops in touch] , 4/17/2006,
U.S. Central Command Air Forces -Forward Public Affairs
* [http://public.grandforks.amc.af.mil/news/story.asp?id=123028481 Another enemy tactic foiled by Airmen; Airman receives recognition for working to advance RIPRNET] , 10/5/2006, Grand Forks AFB Public Affairs
* [http://www.afcea.org/signal/articles/templates/SIGNAL_Article_Template.asp?articleid=1217&zoneid=4 Internet Protocol Network Protects Troop Convoys] , Nov 2006, SIGNAL
* [http://www.af.mil/news/story.asp?id=123037579 Latest radio technology declared ready] , 1/19/2007, U.S. Central Command Air Forces Public Affairs
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