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The field of cyber has acquired increasing legitimacy as an arena of action, as the international system becomes accustomed to its various uses for a range of needs. Israel sees cyber as a vital component of its national security, requiring investment and nurturing. From a historical point of view, the success of security and intelligence campaigns derives from smartly integrating new fields into the existing fabric—means, methods, and concepts— while implementing the necessary changes and adjustments. With the rapid introduction of cyber elements into our cognizance and systems, it is important to maintain perspective and to realize that while cyber is an important and expanding component, it is not a distinct, independent entity. This becomes even more valid when considering processes of situation assessment and decision making and the use of force in the face of threats on numerous fronts.