Modernization
Need to Know Memo: Finding Savings in the Cloud
New Need to Know Memo explores the implications of cloud computing, data center consolidation, virtualization, remote access and infrastructure diversification.
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Interior gets green light for Drupal consolidation initiative
The Interior Department is consolidating nine content management platforms into one, built with open source software.
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What, exactly, does a cloud broker do?
The role cloud brokers play in government IT remains largely undefined, but Microsoft's Susie Adams says the game is changing quickly.
Modernization
Schedule 70 cloud listing could shower benefits
Procurement experts are enthusiastic about adding a separate cloud services category to the venerable contracting vehicle.
Digital Government
IT Disruptions 3 Times More Likely at Agencies with Complex Networks
Cloud services, virtualization and BYOD could be to blame.
Digital Government
This Software Guy Accidentally Designed an App That Is Saving my Dyslexic Son
The text-to-speech app allows people to read during times they normally couldn’t.
Cybersecurity
Why a Detection-Centric Approach to Cybersecurity is the Wrong Path for Federal
While detection is a key aspect of any complete program, a logical approach shows prevention is always preferred.
Modernization
Gibson: VA pursuing schedule fix on multiple tracks
The VA hopes to have a quick patch for scheduling software in place as it pursues a new system.
Modernization
DHS could get a bit more social
Bill would open up DHS social media workgroup to more private-sector input.
Modernization
FBI seeks on-premise cloud for crime data division
Data centers at the Criminal Justice Information Services headquarters in Clarksburg, W.Va., could be in line for an upgrade.
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FBI seeks on-premise cloud for crime data division
The FBI is looking to expand its virtual brain.
Modernization
FBI Explores Commercial Cloud Capabilities
Needs 1 petabyte of storage, which is enough to house the U.S. population’s DNA and then clone it twice.
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Network disruptions, DISA's DECC shutdown and still more industry advice
News and notes from around the federal IT community.
Digital Government
Here’s Why You May Never Be Truly Anonymous in a Big Data World
All de-identified data may not be so anonymous after all.
Modernization
Beijing Thinks the <span>i</span>Phone is a Threat to China’s National Security
The phone's Frequent Locations function, which tracks the exact places you have been and the amount of time you spent there, is capturing "extremely sensitive data," says Chinese government TV.
Modernization
Keeping tabs on costs at Interior
A decision by senior IT officials to review every tech purchase of more than $3,000 has paid handsome dividends at the Interior Department.
Modernization
Making the most of the cloud: A software-defined approach
Software-defined environments break down the silos between network, storage and computing capabilities -- something most agencies are just beginning to explore.
Modernization
Feds Sue Amazon Over Kids' Spending
The online giant plans to fight the charges in court.
Modernization
Bill to Legalize Cell-Phone Unlocking Advances in the Senate
The legislation already passed the House and now heads to the Senate floor.
Modernization