Architecture for secure network voice

Abstract

The voice over Internet protocol (VoIP) is an emerging technology that promises economic and performance advantages by reducing hardware and enabling object oriented voice applications. Technology and products alone will not automatically bring these advantages to the military. A system architecture approach is needed. Our approach translates user driven requirements into products that are secure, interoperable, and easy to use. Using the DoD's C4ISR Architecture Framework, Version 2.0, we define operational, system, and technical views for secure network voice. From these views, we explore some enabling technologies and applications to make network voice an information appliance for Joint Vision 2010.