The Potomac Institute Press is preparing to release the new book #CyberDoc: No Borders—No Boundaries, in early December, 2012, at an event to be announced soon. The book is co-edited by Institute CEO and Chairman Michael Swetnam and Timothy Sample, Vice President and Sector Manager for Battelle Memorial Institute’s Special Programs Organization, who also serves as a member of the Institute’s Board of Regents. Click here for preordering information on Amazon.com.
#CyberDoc pulls together analyses by top thinkers in the cyber realm, with the goal of deepening the discussion surrounding a national cyber doctrine—a doctrine that has yet to be articulated. Acknowledging the frequent comparisons between today’s efforts to establish a cyber doctrine and the Cold War-era challenge of formulating nuclear policy, #CyberDoc probes the question of whether useful parallels exist. It examines the problem of attribution in a world in which cyber actors can easily cover their tracks. It also analyzes the meaning of concepts such as “preemptive strike” and “first use” — and even “war” itself—in the cyber context. The challenges are many, and the editors make a strong case that policy solutions are overdue. The book is essential reading for anyone who cares about the US’ ability to survive and thrive in this “brave new world.” Click below to read an advance summary of #CyberDoc highlights.
 Summary Cyberdoc-No Borders No Boundaries.pdf | 3161 Kb |