Country Quote by Richard A. Clarke
“We can literally unplug a country from the Internet. We ought to think about unplugging them.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Cybersecurity, 2016
He suggests that disabling a nation's internet is feasible and should be considered as a strategic option.
In simple terms: Internet can be shut down; consider it strategically.
Key Takeaway
Weigh cyber power responsibly.
Themes
security
policy
technology
Mood
cautious
strategic
Type
political
ethical
When to use this quote
- government deliberations
- military planning
- public debate
Key Concepts
Cyber warfare
national sovereignty
Questions to Reflect On
- What are the humanitarian impacts?
- When is it justified?
A Different Perspective
Ethical concerns of censorship.
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