Missions to preserve the ability to utilize one's own network capabilities and protect data, computers, cyberspace-enabled devices, and other designated systems by defeating ongoing or imminent malicious cyberspace activity. SOURCE: Cyberspace Solarium Commission Final Report, 2020
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Missions to preserve the ability to utilize one's own network capabilities and protect data, computers, cyberspace-enabled devices, and other designated systems by defeating ongoing or imminent malicious cyberspace activity. SOURCE: Cyberspace Solarium Commission Final Report, 2020
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Defensive Cyber Operations (dco). In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 20, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/defensive-cyber-operations-dco
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