What is the role of non$-$state actors in state$-$based cyber conflict? How does this differ compared to traditional non$-$cyber conflict? Use concrete examples.

a$)$ A clearly stated research question;

b$)$ A clear thesis statement that answers your research question;

c$)$ Relevant examples that support this argument;

d$)$ Definitions for all of your key terms drawn from the academic literature;

e$)$ Extensive references including peer$-$reviewed articles and other scholarly sources.