Modernization

Customs agents are seizing record amounts of pirated IT hardware

But counterfeit technology is finding its way into government agencies.

Modernization

NetApp enters large-capacity storage market

The company unveiled a pair of enterprise-class Fibre Channel systems, one of which can handle 420 terabytes and the other 504 terabytes.

Modernization

IG tells FAA to rethink telecom program

Agency told to develop a new schedule and consider terminating the FTI program

People

Telling stories is at the heart of KM

Knowledge captured in digital systems must still be taught, experts say

Cybersecurity

SCADA on thin ice

Industrial control systems pose a little-noticed security threat.

Acquisition

Vets battle for more contract wins

A new GWAC could bring more business to some vet-owned companies.

People

Tipton: IT security starts with the user

User errors now have greater consequences because threats are more sophisticated.

Acquisition

GSA gets authority to offer early-outs and buyouts

Move is one of several measures GSA is taking in an effort to address the faltering business performance of some divisions.

People

Legal ease: Digital courtroom changes proceedings

The Nuclear Regulatory Commission's courtroom in Las Vegas features real-time court reporting and Internet connections.

People

Editorial: Friday night magic

The idea of serving the free steak dinners to soldiers started small but became major events

People

Apptis names new CFO

He has more than 20 years’ experience in the IT industry and deep experience in financial operations.

People

Florida police make data-sharing progress

State officials want to link Tallahassee, Fort Myers and Miami with other regional networks

Modernization

Soldiers find alternatives to DOD’s Internet cafs

Self-run ISPs keep troops in Iraq connected to loved ones back home.

Modernization

Product improves info from UAVs

For example, Sarnoff's TerraSight helps synchronize feeds and metadata.

Modernization

UPDATED: White hats don Red Hat

U.S. Marshals’ move to Linux OS saves money, adds security

Cybersecurity

Monster uses e-Authentication to make USAJobs more secure

It will help secure the site and allow recruiters easier access to the features through a secure log-in.

People

OMB cites lack of funding, as agency E-gov scores slip

The latest quarterly President’s Management Agenda scorecard suggests the administration still has its work cut out for it as it tries to convince a skeptical Congress of the benefits of its E-government initative.<@SM><@SM>

People

Karen Evans on OMB's Lines of Business initiatives

<b>Karen Evans</b>, Office of Management and Budget administrator for e-government and IT, discussed the nine Lines of Business initiatives that the administration is pursuing during an online editorial forum.<p><a href="http://www.gcn.com/forum/qna_forum/40566-2.html"><u>Evans transcript</u></a>

People

Multimax protests $20B Army ITES-2S contract

The company said the award to 11 bidders was “fatally flawed” because it did not adhere to the RFP.

Cybersecurity

NIST issues performance metrics draft

The metrics would allow agencies to measure vulnerabilities and strengths in their information security.