DoD to block troop access to Myspace, Youtube, MTV, Blackplanet , photobucket, more

[babylonsister]

http://www.opednews.com/articles/genera_rob_kall_070512_department_of_defens.htm

Department of defense to block troop access to Myspace, Youtube, MTV, Blackplanet , photobucket and more sites

by Rob Kall

Starting May 14th, the Department of defense, citing security reasons, will block troop access to some of the most popular websites on the planet.

Here's the link they provide:

Restricted Access to Internet Entertainment Sites Across DoD Networks
http://www.usfk.mil/USFK/contents/initialP.asp#

The Department of Defense has a growing concern regarding our unclassified DoD Internet, known as the NIPRNET. The Commander of DoD's Joint Task Force, Global Network Operations has noted a significant increase in the use of DoD network resources tied up by individuals visiting certain recreational Internet sites.

The sites blocked include Myspace, Youtube, MTV, Blackplanet , photobucket, live365, hi5.com, pandora.com, 1.fm, and other sites.

The troops WILL be allowed to access the sites from home computers. But, since most troops on assignment in Iraq, Afghanistan, Korea, etc. are using DOD networks, they would not be allowed to use THEIR personal computers on DOD networks.

[havocmom]

1. Gee, ya think DOD doesn't want any truth about the war getting out?

Bastards.

[enough]

2. A testament to the power of those sites. (nt)

[Double T]

3. Looks like ALL information truth lines from Iraq are being shutdown.........

as bushco fabricates the failure of the 'surge' into a glorious victory. 'WE' need 'impeachment accomplished'!!!

[MethuenProgressive]

4. But DoD has offcial Iraq combet vids up on YouTube!

Is DU on the list?