Part I

Understanding the Influence of Social Media Globally

In This Part

Before you can use social media for global security, you have to understand exactly what social media is, why it matters, how it works, and how people around the world use it. In Part I, we explore how social media is impacting global security for both good and ill, and the role it plays in pivotal security issues ranging from revolutions to gang violence. We also examine the various technologies that comprise social media and how they are spreading to every part of the world, whether they be fast-emerging cities or desolate conflict zones.