This XOP Networks White Paper describes XOP Networks' JITC certified Audio Conference Bridge's use in conducting secure conference calls in military and secure commercial environments. Besides point to point secure calls, frequently there is need to have secure audio conference calls. That requires use of a Secure Audio Conference Bridge placed in a trusted environment.

This XOP Networks White Paper discusses the details of how a Spectel CS7000 can be successfully replaced with a XOP Networks' Universal Service Node (USN) that can support TDM and VoIP/SIP trunks, and provide the foundation for new services such as Web, Video, and Multimedia conferencing.

This White Paper describes the application of XOP Networks' IP based Hoot and Holler Conference Bridge Network in the Transport Industry. The approach described is equally applicable to the Financial Markets (Wall Street/ Investment Banking), News Broadcasting organizations, and Federal/State/local Emergency Responders networks.