Incursion
Incursion refers to a sudden and brief invasion or attack, often by a small group of people. This term is commonly used in military contexts but can also apply to other fields such as computer security and ecology.
Military Incursion[edit | edit source]
In a military context, an incursion is a quick and often unexpected entry into a territory by armed forces. These operations are typically aimed at achieving a specific objective, such as gathering intelligence, disrupting enemy operations, or capturing key targets. Incursions are usually short-term and involve a limited number of troops.
Historical Examples[edit | edit source]
- Operation Entebbe: A famous military incursion carried out by the Israel Defense Forces in 1976 to rescue hostages from a hijacked airplane in Uganda.
- Bay of Pigs Invasion: A failed military incursion by Cuban exiles, supported by the United States, aimed at overthrowing the government of Fidel Castro in 1961.
Computer Security Incursion[edit | edit source]
In the field of computer security, an incursion refers to unauthorized access to a computer system or network. This can involve activities such as hacking, phishing, and the deployment of malware.
Types of Incursions[edit | edit source]
- Hacking: Unauthorized access to computer systems to steal data or cause damage.
- Phishing: Fraudulent attempts to obtain sensitive information by disguising as a trustworthy entity.
- Malware: Malicious software designed to disrupt, damage, or gain unauthorized access to computer systems.
Ecological Incursion[edit | edit source]
In ecology, an incursion can refer to the spread of a species into a new habitat where it was previously absent. This can have significant impacts on the local ecosystem, often leading to the displacement of native species.
Examples[edit | edit source]
- Invasive species: Species that are introduced to a new environment and cause harm to the native ecosystem, such as the zebra mussel in North American waterways.
- Habitat fragmentation: The process by which large habitats are broken into smaller, isolated areas, often leading to incursions by non-native species.
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