Modernization
DOD on target with data center consolidation
Military data centers make up more than half of the 2,900 identified governmentwide; Pentagon aims to eventually trim from 1,500 to 250.
Emerging Tech
What if NASA could figure out the math of a workable warp drive?
A new line of research hopes to drastically reduce the amount of energy required for warping space-time, and get us to Alpha Centauri in just two weeks time.
Cybersecurity
Channeling the 'offensive mind-set' in cybersecurity
Some say defense of critical networks should be grounded in the rules of war.
Modernization
Marissa Mayer hints at plans for a Yahoo magic app
In her first public interview since becoming CEO, Mayer discusses the company's plans going forward.
Digital Government
Air Force kicks off buy for new nuclear command-and-control terminals
They will access old and new satellite systems.
Digital Government
Cisco takes on rogue suppliers with device to ID counterfeit parts
The computer equipment manufacturer has long struggled to keep agencies from installing Chinese-made bogus components.
Cybersecurity
Software execs plugging into Congress, agencies during annual strategy summit
Executives want U.S. officials to use trade negotiations to ensure that markets are open and that countries respect IP rights.
Emerging Tech
CEA chief calls for SOPA movement to block anti-net proposals
“The world needs a PIPA-SOPA moment,” CEA chief Gary Shapiro told reporters during a briefing on Tuesday.
Digital Government
Technology can fix the budget crisis, say former FCC officials
Former regulators have an ambitious plan to accelerate growth.
Digital Government
Pentagon exempts cyber weapons from collateral damage directive
Developers of computer systems aren’t required to build the same safeguards as traditional arms makers.
Modernization
NOAA geostationary satellite program gets favorable review
While problems with other programs could lead to lengthy gaps in polar satellite coverage, agency’s GOES-R project is on track for 2015 launches.
Digital Government
Feds say innovation is seldom encouraged or rewarded
Private sector workers say the opposite.
People
Transition tips for careerists
Making a good impression on new agency leaders serves you well, writes Alan Balutis, but it takes some finesse.
People
Crowdsourcing the next NASA.gov
Agency is pushing for public input as it plans its website redesign.
Digital Government
As fiscal cliff nears, is no news good news?
Insiders say the spotlight could make compromise harder. "I think the fact that you're not hearing any details is good," one senator said.
Emerging Tech
Issa plans to talk Internet regulation on Reddit
The congressman’s AMA is scheduled for 10 a.m. Wednesday.
Digital Government
Let Local Radio Stations Bloom
FCC is opening the process for groups to apply for low-power FM stations.
Digital Government
Bringing the "book group" idea to the world of charitable giving
A modest proposal that combines the opportunity to give, to learn and to share good times with friends.
Modernization