However, its capabilities and priorities have expanded greatly since its formation. According to reports, it is capable of intercepting and processing many types of transmissions, throughout the globe.
Reports suggest it has massive ground based radio antennae to intercept satellite transmissions.
In addition, some sites reputedly are tasked with tapping surface traffic. These antennae reportedly are in the United States, Italy, England, Turkey, New Zealand, Canada, Australia, and several other places. These satellites then beam the information down to processing centers on the ground. It also uses search software to scan for web sites that may be of interest. According to published reports, American divers were able to install surveillance devices on to the underwater cables.