An exciting new technology can become part of warfare without replacing every older form of force. Cyber and information warfare would be countered and incorporated into the wider arsenal, while physical forces would still be needed to search buildings or control sea space. Aircraft could look cheaper than a battleship in a simple purchase comparison, but airfields, supply, maintenance, range, and delivered firepower changed the calculation. A warship carried much of its support with it and could physically occupy sea space far from established bases. Different circumstances could therefore favor bombers, battleships, land-based aircraft, or carriers without proving that one category was always superior. Complete operational systems and missions matter more than isolated platform prices.
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Why new technology does not simply replace ships
Aircraft, battleships, and cyber warfare each depend on larger operational systems. Their costs and capabilities cannot be separated from infrastructure, mission, and physical presence.