Uplink Hyper-Relay Station

An Uplink Hyper-Relay Station (also known as a UHRS) is a manned space stations whose primary responsibility is to boost the uplink signal around the galaxy. 
Situated throughout the galaxy they create a network allowing people to accessuplink almost anywhere in the galaxy and allow for almost instantaneous telecommunication. 
In The Alliance most UHRS's are manned and maintained by Star Command officers. It is considered a lonely posting, crews are never more than two or three, and can even been manned by one person. It is considered a good posting for a young officer looking to gain command experience.