Cyberwarfare
noun
The act of using technology and computers to conduct aggressive actions in warfare, often involving hacking and other strategies to undermine opponents.
Nations are increasingly investing in cyberwarfare capabilities to protect their digital assets.

Often appears as...
- potential vulnerabilities
- national security concerns
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Formal
cyber attacks, cyber espionage, information warfare
noun
A method of conflict involving the use of hacking and technology to disrupt or damage a nation's computer systems and networks.
The cyberwarfare conducted by hackers led to significant upheaval in government operations.

Often appears as...
- data breaches
- infrastructure sabotage
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Neutral
cyber defense, digital sabotage, cyber intrusion
noun
The act of using technology and computers to conduct aggressive actions in warfare, often involving hacking and other strategies to undermine opponents.
Nations are increasingly investing in cyberwarfare capabilities to protect their digital assets.

Often appears as...
- potential vulnerabilities
- national security concerns
Usage tips
Formal
cyber attacks, cyber espionage, information warfare
noun
A method of conflict involving the use of hacking and technology to disrupt or damage a nation's computer systems and networks.
The cyberwarfare conducted by hackers led to significant upheaval in government operations.

Often appears as...
- data breaches
- infrastructure sabotage
Usage tips
Neutral
cyber defense, digital sabotage, cyber intrusion
Definition 1 of 2

Contextual Use
Consider how cyberwarfare impacts international relations.
Countries engage in cyberwarfare to assert dominance in the digital age.
Neutral Tone
Discuss cyberwarfare with a balanced view to emphasize its implications.
Many view cyberwarfare as a modern extension of traditional military tactics.
Legal Implications
Understand the legal frameworks surrounding cyberwarfare.
Cyberwarfare raises questions about the laws of war and cyber ethics.
Contextual Use
Consider how cyberwarfare impacts international relations.
Countries engage in cyberwarfare to assert dominance in the digital age.
Neutral Tone
Discuss cyberwarfare with a balanced view to emphasize its implications.
Many view cyberwarfare as a modern extension of traditional military tactics.
Legal Implications
Understand the legal frameworks surrounding cyberwarfare.
Cyberwarfare raises questions about the laws of war and cyber ethics.
Contextual Use
Consider how cyberwarfare impacts international relations.
Countries engage in cyberwarfare to assert dominance in the digital age.
Neutral Tone
Discuss cyberwarfare with a balanced view to emphasize its implications.
Many view cyberwarfare as a modern extension of traditional military tactics.
Legal Implications
Understand the legal frameworks surrounding cyberwarfare.
Cyberwarfare raises questions about the laws of war and cyber ethics.
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