About the NAVCOPS Network

Thanks for learning more about the NAVCOPS Network.  We hope the following helps to answer your questions.

 

Mission Statement, Since 1996

 

"To create an environment to advance the Naval Law Enforcement field that

provides excellent networking opportunities, training and information "

 

The Concept

 

The NAVCOPS Network was the idea of Alan T. Peto in 1996 to network everyone in naval law enforcement.

The concept of it actually working came into being when he saw the U.S. Army's internal network for MPs/CID on the internet.

In 1996/1997 the NAVCOPS network was born, and many who were among our charter members can tell you how small the network was back then in content and members.

Today in we have over 3000 members, tons of resources and networking opportunities!  We are the premiere location for all Master-at-arms in the Navy to meet and we have attracted police officers from virtually every corner of Federal, State, Local and Military law enforcement and in many of our allied countries such as Canada and Australia.

Current day to day operations and website design is handled entirely by Alan Peto (now out of the Navy 03 Jan 2000) from his home in Las Vegas, Nevada.
 

Not a Government or Military Website

The NAVCOPS Network is a private enterprise and receives no funding or control by any Federal, state, local or military command, although we do take advice and information freely.

Why are we not a Military or Government website?  Simply because in the beginning (1996) the use of the Internet (or Intranet) for such a system was not the priority and I pressed ahead on my own.  Today the NCIS has "Navy Security Net" which offers MA's their own private system complete with downloads and information.

This gives us a unique opportunity to serve you in the following ways:

• You are not restricted to official work topics on this site
• You are free to discuss your opinions on certain subjects
• You can network freely with members via our discussion boards or members only area
• New features and technologies that don't need a long approval process.
• Official and Unofficial downloads via our secure area
• A knowledgebase (information tab) that offers official and unofficial information, tips, advice and attachments.

This does not mean, however, that we forget about OPSEC:

• All our systems are constantly upgraded with the newest patches or versions to ensure we maintain the highest level of security
• Only military email addresses are allowed to be used during the membership sign-up period
• We offer 'opt-out' features for the secure membership directory
• We do not have a 'name' field in the discussion board because it is public.  (you may, however, add your name to your signature)
• We have volunteer moderators who monitor message board posts for any OPSEC violations.
• Secure discussion boards allow more sensitive discussions to take place away from public eyes.
• Your membership information is private to our website and is not sold or disclosed to any third party for any reason beyond a legitimate law enforcement reason.

 

The Future

The NAVCOPS Network is free and always will be, I have no intention of ever charging for membership. 

I rely heaving on member input on what they want their website to be.  For example I've added the following based on member suggestions:

• Chat room
• Better discussion boards
• Searchable membership directory
• Password retrieval feature
• Knowledgebase
• Photo Album

 

If you have any suggestions or comments...please contact us at:  http://www.navcops.com/helpdesk/hd.client.php

NAVCOPS Network OPSEC/INFOSEC Information:  http://www.navcops.com/admin_opsec.php