Digital Government
Credit where it's due
During a week dedicated to recognizing public service, many public servants feel ... well, unrecognized.
Cybersecurity
FBI spyware continuously trolls suspects' surfing
Other agencies have sought use of the software; officials express uncertainty as to legal limits of the application.
Modernization
Disaster victims expect more than Facebook can deliver, FEMA director says
The emergency management agency has ramped up its mobile presence and is working to get cellphone chargers to disaster zones.
People
House bill would stop most federal hiring
The Federal Hiring Freeze Act is introduced by Rep. Tom Marino (R-Pa.).
People
VA CIO describes cloud, Blue Button and EHR programs
A Veterans Affairs Department official outlined some of the department's major IT programs at an industry event.
Acquisition
DOD's 'Hello, I am a contractor' policy kicks in
Defense Department officials changed the department's regulations to require service contractors to identify themselves as a contractor, whether in person or in a letter.
Digital Government
Apple iPhone becomes lightning rod for public's privacy fears
The discovery of a location-tracking feature that can't be turned off sparked consumer fears and a clumsy response from Apple.
People
AT&T offers telework solutions for federal agencies
AT&T is offering technologies for federal teleworkers.
Digital Government
What was on Osama bin Laden's hard drive?
Investigators are poring over a 'mother lode' of data on hard drives, flash drives and other devices retrieved by Navy Seals during their raid on Osama bin Laden's compound.
People
OPM builds how-to site for hiring managers
A new website will give the federal government one-stop access to recruitment resources such as multimedia learning tools and interactive forums with experts.
Digital Government