Digital Government

Dish's broadband satellite expansion won't solve the rural Internet problem

The cost of broadband satellite services may still be prohibitive.

Digital Government

Ryan pick excites foes of tech regulation

Libertarian-leaning experts on tech policy see Ryan as one who will shrink rules.

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Scientists band together to develop PTSD biomarkers

Findings could prevent veterans from going undiagnosed.

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TRICARE substance abuse treatment falls short, experts say

The military insurance program covers 20-day inpatient rehabilitation at contract facilities.

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Cyber threat warnings grow louder

Cyberattacks have long been a threat, but experts think the danger is increasing.

Digital Government

Is mobility the way out of customer satisfaction stagnation?

Consumers are largely satisfied with federal websites, but their opinions seem to be unchanging. Could more attention to mobility nudge the numbers upward?

Digital Government

Plain English, please

Plain language is the key to successful communication, but avoiding jargon and complex language remains a challenge for many agencies.

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Pink slips and budgets

It says a lot about the budget limbo we live in that yet another continuing resolution counts as progress.

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TRICARE outsources addiction treatment with little oversight

Congress ordered Defense to treat drug and alcohol abuse ‘epidemic’ at military facilities.

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FBI lets copyright holders download anti-piracy logo in good faith

The seal, now free at FBI.gov, was previously only provided to industry groups that signed a written agreement.

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Pentagon envisions new Air Force One

Aerospace firms are watching for calls for new presidential aircraft.

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Leahy applauds ICANN comments extension

ICANN is in the process of reviewing requests for nearly 2,000 new top-level domain.

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DOD's new policy 'likes' social media, but with caveats

DOD is in a race against technology to maintain authority and security amid the explosion of social media.

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Paul Ryan is not master of his domain (names)

Domain names, search ads hurting Republican ticket already.

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7 reasons why Israel should not attack Iran's nuclear facilities

Israeli officials may see a "zero hour" for attacking Iranian nuclear facilities, but it could backfire.