DARPA Spends $51 Million On Matrix-Like Cyber War Firing Range

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From Popular Science:

As any soldier will tell you, consistent and realistic drill forms the foundation of any successful military action. But whereas an infantryman can hone his aim at a firing range, America's Internet warriors don't have a similar venue for developing their skills at cyberwar. But DARPA hopes a $51 million network simulation, complete with computer programs that behave like human targets and adversaries, will provide the perfect arena for developing the next generation of cyberwar weapons and tactics.

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My Comment: The ultimate in computer warfare and conflict .... sigh .... I wish I was involved in this.