This is my interpretation of the DS's Tholian Web of control over the Earths population.
The power to know who, when and where all Armies, any Rebellions and every whisper of dissent is on the entire Earth. What resources they carry along with AI predictive behaviors. The power to record and rewind all events anywhere.
I know you guys are way smarter than me at this. Please point out any flaws in my thought and add ideas from your knowledge.
Am I missing the mark? Sound plausible?