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This Atlantic article depicts both historical and contemporary instances of technology serving as a supplementary device of war. Much like "Revolution in Cairo" covered social media's part in helping initiate positive protest and change, "War Goes Viral" details how sites like Twitter actually help terrorist groups (e.g. ISIS) gain supporters and spread fear throughout the world. Beyond this, the article deeply examines social media on culture, as well as the human psyche.

This article recounts the possibility that ISIS is utilizing the low profile technology which is under the radar of the FBI within Sony's PlayStation gaming consoles. Simple voice communication within gaming chat is a plausible format for ISIS communication, although proof of this occurring is not confirmed. The concept that communication may be possible through the game consoles of the popular makers will heighten the concern for monitoring of this media by governments. Nice piece for those interested in ISIS, terrorism or gaming technology.