Department of Defense Strategy for Operating in Cyberspace, 2011
"Cyberspace is a defining feature of modern life. Individuals and communities worldwide
connect, socialize, and organize themselves in and through cyberspace. From 2000 to 2010,
global Internet usage increased from 360 million to over 2 billion people. As Internet usage
continues to expand, cyberspace will become increasingly woven into the fabric of everyday life
across the globe...

DoD, working with its interagency and international partners, seeks to mitigate the risks posed to
U.S. and allied cyberspace capabilities, while protecting and respecting the principles of privacy
and civil liberties, free expression, and innovation that have made cyberspace an integral part of
U.S. prosperity and security. How the Department leverages the opportunities of cyberspace,
while managing inherent uncertainties and reducing vulnerabilities, will significantly impact
U.S. defensive readiness and national security for years to come..."