This paper probes into the rise of mixed war in modern society, and emphasizes the influence of the Internet on the form of war, especially the key role of network public opinion in the process of war. The development of network information technology has given rise to new forms of warfare such as information warfare and cyber warfare, and cyber warfare has become an important component of modern warfare. The various parties involved in the war use online public opinion to shape ideology, manipulate information, and influence public opinion, which has a significant impact on the outcome of the war.

1、 Network Public Opinion Warfare in Mixed Warfare: Concepts and Characteristics

In depth exploration of the concept of hybrid warfare and its new features in the information age, particularly the role of online public opinion warfare in modern conflicts. Mixed warfare is a form of warfare that combines traditional and non-traditional means. Its definition and characteristics are controversial in academia, but it is widely recognized that it blurs the boundary between military and non military actions, covering multidimensional confrontations such as psychological warfare and information warfare. As part of the hybrid war, the online public opinion war uses the Internet and social media platforms to spread specific information, influence and manipulate public cognition, emotion and social behavior to achieve strategic goals.

2、 The online public opinion debate influences the public's attitude towards war by reshaping ideology

In depth exploration of how online public opinion warfare influences public attitudes towards war through reshaping ideology in mixed warfare. The particularity of ideology in cyberspace may lead to dilution of mainstream ideological discourse content and erosion of credibility. In mixed warfare, shaping and manipulating ideology through online public opinion debates is a common means to gather supporters, divide opponents, provide legitimacy for actions, and gain strategic advantages.

3、 The manipulation of battlefield information in online public opinion debates affects the public's perception of the battlefield situation

In depth exploration of the role of online public opinion warfare in mixed warfare, particularly how to manipulate battlefield information to influence public perception of the war situation. The chapter first points out that the release of false and misleading information is a key means of online public opinion debate, which can confuse the public's understanding of the battlefield situation, cause social chaos and panic, and cause serious harm to national security and economic development. The dissemination of false information utilizes the anonymity and speed of network information technology, allowing information to spread rapidly and affect public opinion and behavior.

4、 The online public opinion debate influences the attribution of public opinion and thus affects the course of the war

In depth exploration of how online public opinion warfare influences the course of mixed warfare by influencing public opinion attribution. The attribution of public opinion is crucial for maintaining social stability and enhancing national cohesion. Online public opinion debates shape the public's perception of the warring parties and change their actions through propaganda and information blockade. For example, in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, the American company Clearview AI provided face recognition technology to the Ukrainian army to incite domestic dissent in Russia. At the same time, the AI platform was used to open the cruel side of the war and win international sympathy. Online public opinion debates can also influence international public opinion through platforms such as social media, change people's views on conflicts, influence government decisions, and even change the attitude of the international community, gaining support. In addition, public support also has a direct impact on the progress of the battlefield. The media acts as an intermediary to influence the public's support for military actions, thereby influencing the government's war decisions. Therefore, the key to online public opinion debates is to gain public support in order to gain an advantage in the war.

conclusion

In the era of online information, mixed warfare involves a dual deployment of real and virtual spaces, combining nonviolent and violent means, and diversifying conceptual approaches. The online public opinion debate has a crucial impact on the victory or defeat of war by influencing ideology and ideological concepts through information technology. China needs to deeply understand the characteristics of mixed warfare and enhance its ability in online public opinion debates.