Cyber-Conventional Confluence: The Evolution of Modern Battlefields
The increasing influence of cyberspace in the realm of military operations has transformed the concept of warfare.
The increasing influence of cyberspace in the realm of military operations has transformed the concept of warfare. The dependence of states on the technology gave rise to digital battlefields. In contemporary times, the significance of the Information Space has been greatly emphasized. It has a profound impact on the International security and the military doctrines of states. It can be said that the evolution of modern warfare is combination of conventional and digital warfare. The Conventional warfare is the usage of battlefield tactics and weapons by two or more countries in an open confrontation where they use all physical means to fight a war. Whereas, Cyber Warfare includes the usage of digital tools in order to attack enemy’s data systems or stealing sensitive information. In other words, the ability to disrupt the functionality of Government and military institutions or even tools such as jamming systems through cyber-attacks.
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