Cybersecurity
NSA director calls for a cyberspace Monroe Doctrine
Proposal could be simplistic "chest beating," or an indication of how serious the United States is about defending its networks.
Digital Government
Federal CTO will issue incomplete suggestions for open government
Transparency advocates worry that Chopra's plans and lack of public involvement could create an impression Obama's neglecting the initiative.
Digital Government
VA Explains Vonapp Delays (Sort Of)
The Veterans Affairs Department told me on Tuesday that <a href=http://www.nextgov.com/nextgov/ng_20090501_2347.php>delays</a> veterans experienced in accessing the <a href=https://vabenefits.vba.va.gov/vonapp/main.asp>Veterans OnLine Application</a> (Vonapp) Web site on May 1 resulted in part from a 10-fold increase in traffic to the site that day, the first day veterans could apply for a benefits under the post-9/11 GI bill.
Modernization
Does RFID present privacy risks?
Some privacy advocates are concerned that thieves could steal information from RFID-enabled credentials, but others say the fears are overblown.
Ideas
The Downside of E-Health Records
With all the excitement surrounding <a href="http://www.nextgov.com/nextgov/ng_20090115_8220.php?oref=search">electronic health records</a> in the new administration, including the $19 billion in the stimulus bill set aside to further their adoption, it's easy to forget the potential risks of moving our health information online.
Acquisition
IG: Clearly define Alliant's scope
Auditors recommend putting more details in the Alliant ordering guide to cut down on the risk of repeating past problems.
Acquisition
FCW Insider: A Consumer Reports for contracting officials?
Some government contractors might address problems more quickly if negative performance reports were available to the public, a reader says.
People
FCW Insider: Why early adopters most often fail
Many early adopters only have themselves to blame if their ideas don’t catch on in their agency, says one reader.
Modernization
HHS uses widgets and live blogging
A new report by the Health and Human Services Department highlights its uses of widgets and other tools to improve transparency and service.
Cybersecurity
Military leaders embrace idea of cyber command
The cyber command, expected to be announced in days, would help the Defense Department keep up with the changing technology and tactics of cyber warfare, current and former officials say.
Cybersecurity
Experts: Workforce needs cybersecurity awareness
Federal employees who work with taxpayers' information must be trained to protect that data, experts say.
People