Depending on which branch of service you are entering, the experience varies in many ways. I do not not know for sure how each branch functions but i can give you a little insight. The Marine Corps is the land branch of the United States Navy. They are the most hardcore and intense. You have to extremely tuff mentally to endure the lifestyle of a marine and you have to be extremely ready to fight any time because they are the first line of defense. The United States Navy is concerned with the battles at sea and if you don't ,ind being on a ship for months at a time, then this is the job for you. The United States Army is the most popular and is always referred to when the military is mentioned. You have to be tuff but not as tuff as a marine. The United States Air-force is one of the most important branches and has the highest expectations. This branch is the hardest to get into but is well worth it. Out of all the military branches, the Air-force is guaranteed to take care of you no matter what happens. This is the branch that the "others" say "...has it made!" As far as the military life, if you are on active duty, you can look forward to a life of adventure and fulfillment because the military challenges you to challenge your self and go beyond the limits. If you are deciding to go to the military, choose wisely and DO NOT JOIN BECAUSE SOMEONE MADE YOU! JOIN BECAUSE YOU WANT TO AND BECAUSE YOU FEEL THAT IT CAN BETTER YOU AND YOUR LIFE! The sky is the limit with the military. You will see and experience things you never thought you wold see and you'll be proud of who you are and what you have become and accomplished. Trust me, it's worth it!