CDC 3DX5X Vol1 Ure2

Offensive operations support United States cyberspace objectives by denying, degrading, disrupting, destroying or altering the adversary's ability to use cyberspace. This means that the United States takes proactive measures to hinder and undermine the adversary's ability to operate in the cyberspace domain. By doing so, they aim to impede the adversary's ability to carry out malicious activities and protect sensitive data and infrastructure from potential cyber threats.

The Air Force Network Operations Center (AFNOC) is the correct answer because it is responsible for the overall authoritative source for the status, control, and defense of Air Force networks. AFNOC ensures the availability, integrity, and confidentiality of Air Force network resources and provides network management and security services to support Air Force missions. It serves as the central hub for network operations and coordinates with other centers and agencies to maintain the security and functionality of Air Force networks.

The Expeditionary Communications Squadron (ECS) was established to operate with an air expeditionary task force (AETF). The ECS is responsible for providing and maintaining communication capabilities for the AETF, ensuring that they have the necessary communication infrastructure to carry out their missions effectively. This includes setting up and maintaining communication networks, managing satellite and radio systems, and providing technical support for all communication equipment. The ECS plays a crucial role in enabling effective communication between different units within the AETF and with external command and control centers.

The Network Control Center (NCC) is typically aligned under the base communications squadron and is responsible for providing Tier 3 on-site support, implementing technical and physical network changes, and ensuring the smooth operation of the network. The other options, such as the Area Processing Center (APC), Air Force Network Operations Center (AFNOC), and Integrated Network Operations and Security Center (I-NOSC), do not specifically mention these responsibilities and are not typically aligned under the base communications squadron.

The correct answer is Enterprise Service Unit (ESU). The ESU is responsible for managing AF core services within the AFNetOps community. Their goal is to reduce training and maintenance costs, as well as increase operational flexibility and capacity to support the warfighter. They work towards streamlining and optimizing the delivery of services to ensure efficient and effective support for the Air Force's network operations.

The correct answer is Combat Communications Squadron (CCS). The mission of the CCS varies from providing small flyaway communication packages to rapidly deploying Expeditionary Air Base (EAB) communications packages. This suggests that the CCS is responsible for both portable communication solutions as well as larger, more permanent communication infrastructure for air bases in expeditionary settings.

Supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) refers to centralized systems that monitor and control industrial sites or complexes of systems spread out over large areas. SCADA systems are commonly used in industries such as energy, water, and transportation to gather and analyze real-time data, control processes, and make informed decisions. They provide a centralized platform for monitoring and controlling various devices and systems remotely, improving operational efficiency and ensuring the safety and security of industrial operations.