Washington General Orders (Egos) are a set of regulations and instructions issued by the Commander-in-Chief of the U.S. Armed Forces, or by the Commanding Officer of a military unit or department. Egos provide guidance and instruction to all members of the Armed Forces concerning their duties, responsibilities, and obligations. They also provide the framework for the enforcement of military law and regulations. There are three main categories of Washington General Orders: General Orders, Special Orders, and Directives. General Orders are the most common type of WHO and are issued by the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces. They provide guidance and instruction on the proper conduct and performance of military duties, responsibilities, and obligations. Special Orders are issued by the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces and are more specific than General Orders. They are used to providing guidance and instruction on specific topics or tasks. Directives are issued by the Commanding Officer of a military unit or department. They provide specific instructions and guidance on the performance of specific duties or tasks. All Washington General Orders are available to members of the Armed Forces in both printed and electronic formats.