Many of your questions about the Navy have been asked and answered before. See if you can find your question in the list below. Or, to get the most complete picture of the Navy, locate your nearest recruiter and set upa meeting. 

( I) 

It depends. Normally ships will goto sea for 10 days to 2 weeks each month for training operations. Extended operations away from home port can last up to 6 months, and ships deploy every 18-24 months. This varies depending on the mission and type of ship. Ships on 6-month deployments spend time visiting ports throughout the world. If you are on a shore duty tour, you will likely spend no time at sea during the course of the duty assignment (usually 2 to 3 years) 

(II)  

There are plenty of activities available to sailors in their you'll off-duty time. Depending on the size of the ship, have areas for exercise, watching movies, playing  cards, emailing friends, and purchasing snacks and other items. Many ships also provide college classes. 

(III)  

The tempo of operations will dictate actual length. While in home port or on shore duty, it is very similar to that of civilian jobs. While out to sea, it is often longer because of the workload needed to keep the ship, aircraft and other machinery working properly and efficiently. 

(IV)  

Under normal circumstances, you will be eligible for a promotion from E-1 to E-2 in 9 months, from E-2 to E-3 in 9 months, and from E-3 to E-4 in 6 months. Advancements on the basis of merit can occur in basic training to E-2 without waiting the 9 months. By referring friends who join the Navy, you can be promoted even faster!

(V)

Once you have completed basic training and any follow- up schooling, you will probably move just once to your first permanent duty station. Naturally, if you stay in the Navy past your first enlistment (or if you requesta specific deployment) you may have to move again.