Computer Network Operations (cno)

Primary definition

Comprised of computer network attack, computer network defense, and related computer network exploitation enabling operations. Note: Within the Department of Defense (DoD), term was approved for deletion from JP 1-02 (DoD Dictionary). This term has been replaced by the use of " cyberspace operations" used in JP 3-12, "Cyberspace Operations." Original source of term was JP 1-02 (DoD Dictionary).

Also known asCNO · cyberspace operations · computer network attack · computer network defense · computer network exploitation
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Comprised of computer network attack, computer network defense, and related computer network exploitation enabling operations. Note: Within the Department of Defense (DoD), term was approved for deletion from JP 1-02 (DoD Dictionary). This term has been replaced by the use of " cyberspace operations" used in JP 3-12, "Cyberspace Operations." Original source of term was JP 1-02 (DoD Dictionary).

Committee on National Security Systems Glossary CNSSI 4009-2015 · 2024

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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Computer Network Operations (cno). In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 14, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/computer-network-operations-cno

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Committee on National Security Systems Glossary CNSSI 4009-2015
Committee on National Security Systems Glossary CNSSI 4009-2015

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