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Larry K. Wentz

    Cyberpower and National Security
    Listening to Bob Dylan
    • 2021

      Venerated for his lyrics, Bob Dylan in fact is a songwriting musician with a unique mastery of merging his words with music and performance. Larry Starr cuts through pretention and myth to provide a refreshingly holistic appreciation of Dylan's music. Ranging from celebrated classics to less familiar compositions, Starr invites readers to reinvigorate their listening experiences by sharing his own—sometimes approaching a song from a fresh perspective, sometimes reeling in surprise at discoveries found in well-known favorites. Starr breaks down often-overlooked aspects of the works, from Dylan's many vocal styles to his evocative harmonica playing to his choices as a composer. The result is a guide that allows listeners to follow their own passionate love of music into hearing these songs—and personal favorites—in new ways. Reader-friendly and revealing, Listening to Bob Dylan encourages hardcore fans and Dylan-curious seekers alike to rediscover the music legend.

      Listening to Bob Dylan
    • 2009

      Cyberpower and National Security

      • 642pages
      • 23 heures de lecture
      3,5(63)Évaluer

      The cyber domain is experiencing significant changes that present both unique opportunities and major challenges for its users. These challenges stem from malicious actors and various security vulnerabilities within cyberspace. To navigate these complexities, a comprehensive understanding of the cyber domain is essential. A group of experts discusses critical issues across five areas. The first section lays a foundational overview, identifying key policy issues, establishing a common vocabulary, and proposing an initial theory of cyberpower. The second section forecasts potential changes in cyberspace over the next fifteen years, assessing cyber infrastructure and security challenges. The third section analyzes how these changes may impact military and informational power. The fourth section explores how changes in cyberspace can empower entities like transnational criminals, terrorists, and nation-states. The final section addresses institutional factors, including governance, legal issues, critical infrastructure protection, and organizational aspects. This work frames essential issues and raises important questions about building human capacity to tackle cyber challenges, balancing civil liberties with national security, and fostering international partnerships. With contributions from over two dozen experts, it provides a comprehensive examination of the cyber landscape.

      Cyberpower and National Security