WorldAugust 22, 2026
cyberwarfare
SY-bur-wor-fair
Definition
The use of digital attacks, such as hacking or system disruptions, to disable, damage, or compromise an opponent's computer networks or information infrastructure.
Etymology
A compound of 'cyber-' (derived from 'cybernetic,' from the Greek 'kubernetes' meaning steersman) and 'warfare' (from the Old English 'werre' meaning conflict).
In the news
The article uses the term to contrast traditional physical naval conflicts with modern, invisible digital threats that nations must now manage alongside maritime disputes.
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