http://www.thejakartapost.com/news/2011/11/19/online-threat-govt-told-strengthen-cyber-security.html The Jakarta Post 11/19/2011 The government should strengthen cyber security and pay closer attention to the developments of information and communications technology (ICT), analysts say, as currently governments around the world are exploiting ICT to strengthen national security and increase political prowess. Dadan Umar Daihani from the National Resilience Institute (Lemhanas) said that the power of one nation in this interconnected world was no longer measured solely by its military force and economic might, but also by its grasp of recent technological developments. “The utilization of technology for destructive purposes has become a threat to national security,” Dadan said during a discussion on cyber warfare in Jakarta. He explained that keeping pace with recent information technology developments was especially important for Indonesia to defend its large maritime territory. In terms of economic benefits, it would also help Indonesia identify and make the most of its natural resources, Dadan said. “The ability of a nation to utilize information technology could support national development. However, if one nation is still incapable of utilizing [information technology], the necessary information that could actually bolster national development would be taken over by foreign parties.” [...] _____________________________________________________ Subscribe to InfoSec News - www.infosecnews.org http://www.infosecnews.org/mailman/listinfo/isnReceived on Mon Nov 21 2011 - 01:48:10 PST
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