Net Counter Measures

June 14, 2013

Jammer

Creates a blackout zone that blocks communications and HyperNet access. Cheaper models are capable of shrouding a single room. Where as factions like the Reptilia Droc have the capability to jam an entire planet. Though short range transmissions are still possible on certain frequencies.

 

Scrambler

A device that can be placed on the back of a person’s neck, to prevent a user from being able to record with their NC chip what they see and hear by degrading the feed into static. This device is used to prevent blackmailing a sensitive conversations, and enforcing none disclosure agreements. In cases of prisoners and hostages, high end versions of these devices and can also be used to block Net access in general. Such devices can also be password encoded so that if the device is forcibly removed it can fry the person’s Netsert.