Read this and write a journal entry summarizing your response to the article on social cybersecurity.
https://www.armyupress.army.mil/Journals/Military-Review/English-Edition-Archives/Mar-Apr-2019/117-Cybersecurity/b/
The article underscores the evolving nature of warfare, where information and psychological tactics play a pivotal role. The recognition that internal vulnerabilities pose a significant threat necessitates a paradigm shift in military strategies. Social cybersecurity emerges as a critical discipline, acknowledging information manipulation’s impact on the military and society. Cyberwarfare has evolved to be more than simply attempting to hack other nations to manipulate and sway public opinion. Entire wars based on online disinformation are currently taking place worldwide in an attempt to persuade the masses toward a particular cause. Reflecting on this, the interconnectedness of military actions and societal perceptions becomes evident. The emphasis on promoting American values abroad raises questions about the delicate balance between influence and respecting diverse perspectives. These information wars create great civil unrest often skewing citizens against each other, this can be particularly effective at destroying a populations moral and help win wars before they begin. Overall, the article contemplates the military’s role in shaping and defending the narrative in an era of information warfare.