• OUTPOSTS are the threatened sites which are the focus of your mission (see "The Object of the Game.") They reside on PLANETS, each of which has a name. (see "The Long Range Scan.") Stationed at each outpost are 80 to 130 colonists. The outposts are research-oriented and have no weapons or defensive capability.
• STARBASES are relatively safe havens in the galaxy (they are heavily fortified, so the enemy ships tend to avoid them) and serve a multitude of needs. Dock with them to offload colonists to safety, as well as repair damaged systems, recharge your energy reserves, and restock your weapons. Remember that Starbases can run out of supplies if you use them too much! Also keep in mind that if a Starbase is destroyed, any colonists on board will die too!
To DOCK with a Starbase:
> First, the Enterprise must be touching the Starbase in order to dock with it. Use the impulse drive to maneuver the Enterprise into position if necessary.
> Second, select Dock With Starbase from the Starfleet Menu.
