Modernization

The White House IT report sounds good, but funding is still needed

To truly transform federal IT, agencies will need more than just reallocated resources.

Modernization

Apple Responds to Face ID Controversy

The tech giant has a lot of questions to answer.

Modernization

Graves: When MGT passes, modernization plans are ready

With the expected passage and funding of the MGT Act, Graves said that funneling resources to address the greatest vulnerabilities is the overarching goal.

Modernization

Microsoft Cloud Can Now Host Classified Pentagon Data

The Defense Department will be able to send data that requires a secret-level security clearance to view to the company’s cloud.

Modernization

IRS pushes back on data protection criticisms

Officials cite lower rates of fraudulent tax returns as a mark of improving taxpayer security, but external hacks and internal reviews demonstrate the agency still faces challenges.

Cybersecurity

Why the Russia Fake News Scandal Hasn’t Touched Snapchat

Snapchat is deliberately much stricter than other social media companies about which news outlets it partners with.

Modernization

Twitter's Harassment Problem Is Baked Into Its Design

Many women recently boycotted the social network, protesting its failure as a public sphere where all voices are welcome.

Cybersecurity

The KRACK Security Flaw Affects Everyone. Yes, Even You.

All devices connected to Wi-Fi are vulnerable, a security researcher says.

Modernization

FirstNet Seeks Disaster Response Apps

Developers can submit their emergency response-themed apps for review for the networks' app store.

Ideas

Here’s How to Make Patching Security Holes Easier For Everyone

Enterprise patch management is hard, but here's one way to tackle bring-your-own-device security issues.

Modernization

How Google Home Can Help You Find Your Lost Smartphone

Digital assistant to the rescue!

Modernization

How to Give Your Older iPhone a Speed Boost

Faster iPhones make for happier users.

Modernization

House Passes FITARA Enhancement Act

The bill, which passed 418 to 0, would get rid of some of the sunsetting provisions of the original FITARA.

Modernization

Getting the Most Out of Data Centers

Lessons learned from federal agencies as they shutter old systems.

Digital Government

Congress' Week: Data Breaches, Kaspersky and Murderers with Security Clearances

Amid tackling a series of high-profile data breaches, Congress moved along important IT legislation and aims to address whether criminals are actually getting temporary security clearances.

Modernization

FBI data center consolidation takes shape

The FBI began construction of a new data center in Pocatello, Idaho, that will eventually consolidate duties of dozens of its other data facilities.