Internet Quote by Jacob Appelbaum
“There’s no real separation between the real world and the Internet. What we’ve begun to see now is a militarization of that space.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Interview on digital security, 2015
The internet and physical world are intertwined, and this space is becoming militarized.
In simple terms: Online and offline realities merge, and conflict spreads there.
Recognize and protect digital spaces.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- policy making
- online activism
- cybersecurity training
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does militarization affect everyday users?
- What safeguards can we implement?
Militarization may be overstated without clear evidence.