Fully describe the overall concepts of homeland security and homeland defense

Drawing upon resource material provided and that discovered while conducting your own research, students are expected to develop a written essay of 4-5 pages total (not including title page and reference list) to fully provide the requested information regarding the following two topics (both must be addressed): Topic 1: Fully describe the overall concepts of homeland security and homeland defense. Construct a response that provides the following related to both homeland security and homeland defense: Primary missions, tasks, duties, responsibilities, operations, etc. for each broad initiative. Resources needed/utilized to address them Highlight those responsibilities and efforts that are shared between the two Lastly, provide your own definition of homeland security. Topic 2: Provide an overview of our nation’s critical infrastructure with an emphasis on the following: Its relationship to homeland security and homeland defense Specific resources needed to adequately protect it Offer your assessment concerning our nation’s current infrastructure protection efforts For identified vulnerabilities, in what ways should they be addressed?