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c. A goal MTWAN architecture.UNCLASSIFIEDACP 200(B) Vol 1CAPABILITY107. An MTWAN is a maritime Internet Protocol (IP) based network developed topromote the effective and efficient sharing of information within the maritime tacticalenvironment. The term “MTWAN” used in the context of this document describes generic“networking at sea” capabilities and not a specific network. There are currently a number oftactical operational networks fielded within the allied and coalition communities, the mostcommon being CENTRIXS.108. A MTWAN is an important step towards a full network centric environment. Figure1-1 illustrates information exchange domains within the tactical environment. A MTWANenables full information exchange within the planning and coordination layer and has linkagesto the support and real time tactical information exchange layer.109. A network-enabled approach vice a ‘stovepipe’ platform approach provides a moreeffective and efficient employment of finite C4 resources and facilitates timely informationflow between disparate C4 users.LowLatencyHigh••Functional ActivityReal Time TacticalInformation-Precise force sensordata & ID- Force weaponReal Time TacticalInformation- Tracks &- Command and Control- VoicePlanning & Coordination-COP, Messaging, Web,Voice, Video, DCPSuppor- Corporate- Logistics- AdministrationDomainsSystemsSensor NettingCooperative EngagementLink 11/16/22Radios for VoiceCENTRIXS,HF5066,Satellite & terrestrialradiosNational command supportNationalnetworksUncontrolled copy when printedFigure 1-1 Maritime Network Domains110. Until nations have implemented the infrastructure required to support the concept ofintegrated networking, there are likely to be situations where nations will participate underlimited conditions. For instance, a unit joining a Multi-National Task Group may only havethe capability to support a single HF point-to-point subnet with email capability. In fact, it is1-2OriginalUNCLASSIFIED