We consider two alternatives to inaction for governments combating terrorism, which we term Deterrence and Prevention. Deterrence – investing in resources that reduce the impact of an attack – generates a negative externality to other governments, making their countries a more attractive...

This paper distinguishes four types of 'Prisoners' Dilemma games - provision, the commons, selfishness, and altruism - based on the public character of benefits and costs. Although each of these four games has the same 2 x 2 ordinal game form, each differs in terms of strategic, dynamic, and...

This chapter surveys the past applications of game theory to the study of terrorism. By capturing the strategic interplay between terrorists and targeted governments, game theory is an appropriate methodology for investigating terrorism and counterterrorism. Game theory has been used to examine...