Original sentence: China has been accused of using a similar approach in cyber warfare.China is said to use freelance teams who are given permission to attack specific targets, with specific objectives (steal information, discover weaknesses, and, in some cases create damage).Like privateers, they are not under the protection of the state.Some military analysts see this as the 21st century equivalent of letters of marque.The teams are paid only on performance, and like privateers, they provide their own talent and resources.While all world powers probe the networks of other nations, most have used state assets.While other nations may use similar means, China may be the most notable practitioner