ID | 074606 |
Title Proper | Running the blockade |
Other Title Information | information technology, terrorism and the transformation of Islamic mass culture |
Language | ENG |
Author | Bailey, Timothy D ; Grimaila, Michael R |
Publication | 2006. |
Summary / Abstract (Note) | Arab media is no longer limited to state-sponsored sources, opening a door of opportunity to the Muslim world. Islamic terrorist groups leverage information technology to form resilient, networked organizations that influence how many Muslims perceive events and U.S. political goals. This article looks at the connection between information technology and cultural transformation in the Middle East. It focuses on how information technology-as the major weapon system in the battle of ideas-has been used effectively by Islamic extremists and less so by the U.S. Important conclusions are drawn regarding the necessity of culturally-attuned uses of information technology. |
`In' analytical Note | Terrorism and Political Violence Vol. 18, No. 4; Winter 2006: p523-543 |
Journal Source | Terrorism and Political Violence Vol: 18 No 4 |
Key Words | Terrorism ; Information Technology ; Cultural Influence ; Islamic Fundamentalists |