Can the system AES is considering offer any benefit to enhanced Homeland Security?
Security, in light of the 9/11 events and subsequent vulnerability concerns, has directed focus on systems that support life-critical services and infrastructure. Certainly a communitys electric and water supply are integral to the health and well being of its citizens and businesses alike. An intentional or inadvertent strike against either of these City services could create long-term concerns and short-term crisis. Any enhancement to a community telecommunication network, should be robust enough to incorporate near and long-term adaptations to enhanced security provisions. Elements such as remote video surveillance of un-manned locations (e.g., substations, well-heads, etc.), real-time imaging for local law enforcement and connectivity to emergency broadcasting systems all are important considerations when selecting the proper infrastructure to design and develop. Fiber optical networks have this inherent ability to handle any present needs and, with the development of new electroni
