Peer Command Supports Fleet Networks

摘要

Move over ships, aircraft and submarines, and make room on the waterfront for the latest component in the U.S. Navy's fleet―information systems. Although information technology has long been an integral part of the Navy, the service's newest command brings an increased level of support to fleet commanders and creates a clear operational focus for its networks, space activities and information operations. The Naval Network Warfare Command (NETWARCOM), Norfolk, Virginia, opened its doors this summer following two years of discussion but only four months after Secretary of the Navy Gordon R. England gave formal authorization. Although it falls under the auspices of the commander, U.S. Fleet Forces Command, Norfolk, Virginia, it will support all fleet commanders. The organization is equivalent to the Navy's force-type commands that oversee the surface, submarine and air warfare communities.