For this assignment, you will also need to read the 2 papers that are saved as:
15 sept-lights-out.pdf and 15 sept-HPEM.pdf, which can be found on Canvasor at the links:
https://breakingdefense.com/2012/10/new-air-force-missile-turns-out-lights-with-raytheon-microwave-t/
https://defensesystems.com/articles/2017/10/18/air-force-hpem.aspx
2.Read the 2 articles about Raytheon’s new missile. What does this missile do? Explain very clearly.[4 pts]
3.From an Information Systems standpoint, explain the impact of what this means, i.e. if this missile was actually used, what is the impact to any and all information systems –impact to anything else?? Give this deep thought and be VERY complete! [8 pts]
4.Does this concern you? (Think hard about this before you answer!) How? STRONGLY Support your answer with specific examples of your concerns or likewise be very supportive of why this does NOT concern you.[8 pts]
5.Next, research SDI (Strategic Defense Initiative) or “Star Wars”, which was a President Reagan term and initiative. What is this(be very clear)? Could this help the current (potential use of EMPs) situation? Explain thoroughly.[8 pts]
6.Lastly, imagine that you have been hired to protect your company against these Raytheon missiles. What options do you have? Be very clear and thorough.Think through ALLpossibilities. (feel free to be creative!))[8 pts]
Not to exceed two pages.
