"With many scholars and analysts questioning the relevance of deterrence as a valid strategic concept, this volume moves beyond Cold War nuclear deterrence to show the many ways in which deterrence is applicable to contemporary security. It examines the possibility of applying deterrence theory and practice to space, to cyberspace, and against non-state actors. It also examines the role of nuclear deterrence in the twenty-first century and reaches surprising conclusions"--Provided by publisher.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Machine generated contents note: -- Foreword -- William A. Chambers, Maj Gen, USAF How Has Deterrence Evolved? -- Adam Lowther SECTION I: DETERRENCE IN CYBERSPACE Can an Operationally Responsive Cyberspace Play a Critical Role in the Strategic Deterrence Equation? -- Kevin R. Beeker, Robert F. Mills, Michael R. Grimaila, and Michael W. Haas Does the United States Need a New Model for Cyber Deterrence? -- Kamaal T. Jabbour and E. Paul Ratazzi SECTION II: NUCLEAR DETERRENCE Is Nuclear Deterrence Still Relevant? -- Elbridge Colby Can Tailored Deterrence and Smart Power Succeed Against the Long-Term Nuclear Proliferation Challenge? -- Jonathan Trexel Is a New Focus on Nuclear Weapons Research and Development Necessary? -- Anne Fitzpatrick Missile Defenses and Nuclear Arms Reductions: Can Deterrence Withstand the Attention? -- Stephen J. Cimbala SECTION III: NONTRADITIONAL DETERRENCE Are Rogue Regimes Deterrable? -- Gary Schaub How Can the United States Deter Nonstate Actors? -- Adam Lowther Is Space Deterrence Science Fiction? -- Dale Hayden Can Unmanned Aerial Systems Contribute to Deterrence? -- James Perry.