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Divided by a common language: Cyber definitions in Chinese, Russian and English

Abstract: 
Different use of terminology has been considered as an important impediment to international cooperation on cyber security. Drawing on a number of documents and articles in Russia, China, the US and UK, this paper compares and contrasts terms and concepts concerning cyberspace and cyber security in English, Russian and Chinese. It argues that it could be dangerous and counter-productive, if efforts are made to reach a consensus on cyber security without first establishing a baseline of common definitions.
Author: 
Keir Giles and William Hagestad II
Institution: 
Conflict Studies Research Centre; Red Dragon Rising
Year: 
2013
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Industry Focus: 
Information & Telecommunication
Internet & Cyberspace
Datatype(s): 
Bibliographies & Reports