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security

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Security Studies, Securities

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Definition

Security is a multifaceted academic concept and field of study concerned with the conditions and processes of protecting entities from threats and risks. It investigates vulnerabilities, adversarial actions, protective measures, and the complex dynamics influencing stability, resilience, and survival across various levels of analysis, from the individual to the global system.

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