It takes considerable time and training to become proficient in operating and maintaining emergency response vehicles. The new version has more features and better performance than the browser included in the original kit. Any Navy active duty or reserve member or Navy Civilian employee with a PC and modem are eligible to receive the kit. There are three ways to receive the Navy Internet Kit. The Navy's success in fulfilling its critical missions depends upon the ability of its people at every level from seaman recruit to Secretary of the Navy to have access to the right information at the right time from anywhere in the world.
Internet connectivity is a critical part of that goal.
The Navy Internet Kit with its enhanced web browser is a significant improvement in information exchange capabilities for the Navy Internet user. The NIK is a three-disk set and requires Microsoft Windows. Later versions will include Macintosh and UNIX compatible software.