NationStates Jolt Archive

Defense Condition Readiness Level

[ DEFCON 5 ]
[ DEFCON 4 ]
[ DEFCON 3 ]
[ DEFCON 2 ]
[ DEFCON 1 ]

DEFCON 5 Normal peacetime readiness
DEFCON 4 Normal, increased intelligence and strengthened security measures
DEFCON 3 Increase in force readiness above normal readiness
DEFCON 2 Further Increase in force readiness, but less than maximum readiness
DEFCON 1 Maximum force readiness

History:
[7/31/2008] DEFense readiness CONdition (DEFCON) started.
[12/28/2008] Situation within the world, and Declaration of intent of conflict by ODECON requires a massive increase in the DEFense readiness CONdition.
[1/1/2009] Return to peacetime conditions.

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Homeland Security Advisory System

| Low |
| Guarded |
| Elevated |
| High |
| Severe |

Severe (red): severe risk
High (orange): high risk
Elevated (yellow): significant risk
Guarded (blue): general risk
Low (green): low risk

History:
[7/31/2008] Homeland Security Advisory System Started.
[12/28/2008] Threat increase noted due to straining International deterioration.
[1/1/2009] Return to peacetime conditions.

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Information Operations Condition

[ INFOCON 5]
[ INFOCON 4]
[ INFOCON 3]
[ INFOCON 2]
[ INFOCON 1]

INFOCON 5 describes a situation where there is no apparent hostile activity against computer networks. Operational performance of all information systems is monitored, and password systems are used as a layer of protection.
INFOCON 4 describes an increased risk of attack. Increased monitoring of all network activities is mandated, and all Department of Defense end users must make sure their systems are secure. Internet usage may be restricted to government sites only, and backing up files to removable media is ideal.
INFOCON 3 describes when a risk has been identified. Security review on important systems is a priority, and the Computer Network Defense system's alertness is increased. All unclassified dial-up connections are disconnected.
INFOCON 2 describes when an attack has taken place but the Computer Network Defense system is not at its highest alertness. Non-essential networks may be taken offline, and alternate methods of communication may be implemented.
INFOCON 1 describes when attacks are taking place and the Computer Network Defense system is at maximum alertness. Any compromised systems are isolated from the rest of the network.

History:
[7/31/2008] Information Operations Condition (INFOCON) Started.
[12/28/2008] Possible attacks by outside forces, require the Alliance Star to enter into its highest state of secure encryption within the nation.
[1/1/2009] Return to peacetime conditions.

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Various Links

[SPACE]General Information

[SPACE]Nationstates Page [ Link ] (http://www.nationstates.net/alliance_star)
[SPACE]Wikistates Article [ Link ] (http://wikistates.outwardhosting.com/wiki/Alliance_Star_Confederation)

[SPACE]Alliance Star Confederation Government

[SPACE]Alliance Star State Department/Embassy Exchange Program [ Link ] (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showthread.php?t=558570)
[SPACE]The White House/West Wing [ Link ] (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showthread.php?t=574569)

[SPACE]Various Industries and Companies within the Alliance Star Confederation