| ID | 089740 |
| Title Proper | Communication technologies and non-state actors |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Singh, Gunjan |
| Publication | 2009. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | The revolution in communication technology could be said to have happened with the advent of the Internet and Mobile phones. Over the last three to four decades the mobile telephone technology has shown exponential growth. Today, this mode of communication has been used almost in every facet of life. It has significant amount of utility for the armed forces too. Moreover, this technology has become very handy for various non-state actors. In the recent past there are varous incidents where few terrorist groups have used this technology to their advantage. This article attempts to analyze how terrorists groups are cleverly using modern means of communication to their advantage with major emphasis on mobile phones. |
| `In' analytical Note | Indian Defence Review Vol. 24, No. 3; Jul-Sep 2009: p130-134 |
| Journal Source | Indian Defence Review Vol. 24, No. 3; Jul-Sep 2009: p130-134 |
| Key Words | Technologies ; Communication Technology ; Terrorists ; Terrorist Groups |