Cybersecurity
Experts Debate Cyberwar Defense
<a href="http://www.ranum.com/">Marcus Ranum</a> and <a href="http://csis.org/experts">James Lewis</a> wrote competing op-eds on cyberwar last week, but I think they agree on more than they let on.
Digital Government
After Post, Google Zaps GPS Jammer Ads
While researching a What's Brewin' <a href=http://whatsbrewin.nextgov.com/2010/04/gps_backup_what_gps_backup.php>item I posted this week on backups to the GPS system</a>, I conducted a Google search on GPS jammers. The results of the search staggered me -- by both the number of hits and the fact that Google also carried ads for gizmos that have no legitimate use.
Digital Government
DOD appoints new director for acquisition
Appointment comes in wake of findings by Congressional panel of poor DOD acquisition and procurement practices.
Digital Government
Navy cyber leader expects proactive capabilities this year
Navy cyber command needs cultural change in view of network warfare, updated networks and technology to take on defense in the cyber realm.
Acquisition
HHS awards $267M for health IT regional centers
The Health and Human Services Department funds centers designed to help doctors and rural hospitals use health IT.
Digital Government
Huge savings in cloud computing forecast
The savings can be significant, but the ways agencies find to achieve them vary widely. A Brookings Institution analysis looked at all levels of government, from cities to federal agencies.
Digital Government
Feds, industry to hash out cloud standards at May summit
The Cloud Summit, to be hosted on May 20 by the National Institute of Standards and Technology, will turn attention to creating standards for data interoperability, portability and security.
Digital Government
Will influx of iPads cripple wireless networks?
The release of Apple's iPad will add another flood of wireless-ready devices to the demand for wireless connectivity, and at least one government official fears that the proliferation of gadgets could bog down wireless networks.
Digital Government
Small system at the center of big move from Iraq to Afghanistan
The Third Army's Logistical Theater Common Operating Picture consists of three servers and a staff of four to track and deliver nearly 3 million pieces of equipment.
Digital Government
Feds ready to lead green IT movement, but outreach needed
At event on energy-efficient technology, officials discuss access to information and the need for high-speed Internet to support the smart grid.
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