Every 5 years, DoD prepares a review of global defense capabilities extending to 2005 and beyond. This review focuses on the adjustment of forces to reflect the demise of the Warsaw Pact, reductions in DoD infrastructure, a service focus, and other changes. Contents: design, approach, and implementation of the QDR; the global security environment; defense strategy; alternative defense postures; forces and manpower; force readiness; transforming U.S. forces for the future; achieving a 21st century defense infrastructure; comments by the chairman of the JCS. Glossary. Assessment by the Nat. Defense Panel.