Media influence on operative situation

The problems regarding the influence of the media on various aspects of society are viewed in the article. Historical facts of the media influence on large groups of people are given. Concerning the discussed problem views on the concept of operative situation are set out. Analysis of factors affecting the operative situation is given. Based on the analysis of publications devoted to the problem of the media influence on the processes in society, a generalization of areas of their impact on the concept of "operative situation" is suggested. Cases of negative influence of media, including attempts to use their ability by terrorist groups as a power of their criminal acts effects are viewed. Taking into consideration the variety of forms and methods of mass media influence on various elements of operative situation the existence of positive impact is indicated. The examples of positive impact of the media on various elements of operative situation are given. It is presented a positive experience of interaction between the media and law enforcement bodies. Taking into account rapid growth of information resources and liberalization of this sector, the growing role and responsibilities of all participants involved in functioning of the media is marked. Opinions on unreadiness of the part of the population, including youth for critical attitude to the information provided by the media are expressed in the article. Conclusions and recommendations to the bodies of internal affairs on their work in conditions of information technologies development are made.