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Chapter 1
An Overview of
Intelligence
Intelligence is more than information. It is knowledge that has been spe-
cially prepared for a customer’s unique circumstances. e word knowl-
edge highlights the need for human involvement. Intelligence collection
systems produce…data, not intelligence; only the human mind can pro-
vide that special touch that makes sense of data for dierent customers’
requirements.
Captain William S. Brei
Getting Intelligence Right: The Power of Logical Procedure
Chapter Objectives
1. Demonstrate familiarity with the many denitions and uses of the
term “intelligence.”
2. Understand how intelligence enhances national security.
3. Summarize the relationship between the intelligence community
and policymakers/decision-