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... > social science subjects > politics and international relations > governance > administration > public administration > security apparatus
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social science subjects > politics and international relations > governance > public administration > security apparatus
... > social science subjects > business and management > management settings > business management > governance > public administration > security apparatus
social science subjects > politics and international relations > political science > public administration > security apparatus
... > social science subjects > politics and international relations > governance > public-sector management > public administration > security apparatus
... > social science subjects > business and management > management settings > business management > governance > public-sector management > public administration > security apparatus

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security apparatus  

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  • The concept of security apparatus builds on distinct yet functional elements with dynamic and structural value. This entry examines security as the state of being—or at least feeling—secure and considers, in particular, the meaning of security defined as the safety of a state or an organization against criminal activities such as terrorism or espionage and other potential dangers. [Source: International Encyclopedia of Political Science; Security Apparatus]

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