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CHT1233 Study Notes

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CHT1233 Study Notes

Information warfare refers to the use of information and communication technologies to gain strategic
advantage over opponents in various domains, including military, political, economic, and social
spheres. It encompasses a wide range of activities aimed at influencing perceptions, beliefs, behaviors,
and decision-making processes of individuals, groups, or governments.
Key aspects of information warfare include:
1. Dissemination of Propaganda: Deliberate spread of false or misleading information to shape
public opinion, undermine confidence in institutions, or discredit adversaries.
2. Cyber Operations: Use of cyberattacks, such as hacking, malware, or distributed denial-of-
service (DDoS) attacks, to disrupt or disable critical infrastructure, communication networks, or
computer systems.
3. Psychological Operations (PsyOps): Employing psychological tactics, including deception,
intimidation, or persuasion, to influence the attitudes, emotions, and behaviors of target
audiences.
4. Social Media Manipulation: Exploiting social media platforms to spread misinformation,
amplify certain narratives, manipulate online discourse, or sow division and discord among
populations.
5. Electronic Warfare (EW): Jamming, spoofing, or intercepting electronic signals to disrupt or
deceive communication, navigation, or surveillance systems.
6. Cognitive Warfare: Targeting cognitive vulnerabilities, biases, and decision-making processes
of adversaries to manipulate their perceptions, beliefs, and decision-making.
Information warfare is increasingly recognized as a significant component of modern conflict and
competition, alongside traditional military capabilities. It blurs the lines between warfare, espionage,
and propaganda and often operates in the gray zone between peace and war. As technology continues to
evolve, information warfare tactics and techniques are likely to become even more sophisticated and
impactful.

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