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NCES gets new director

Military officials named Debra Filippi as program director for the Net-Centric Enterprise Services.

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Input sought on Integrated Wireless Network plan

Officials developing an interoperable, nationwide wireless communications system want feedback on draft statement of objectives.

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Navy buys IBM supercomputer

It will be the fastest supercomputer in the military, according to Big Blue.

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EU to build secure network

The Secured Trans-European Services for Telematics between Administrations network will serve as an intranet backbone for the EU central government and governments of its members.

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DFAS rolls out upgraded financial management system

The Defense Finance and Accounting Service has deployed an upgraded financial management system that is expected to reduce processing costs by 56 percent.

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Split personality

Virtualization software turns one server into many, promising mainframe-like perks.

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Technology fuels information sharing

Groove Networks facilitates collaboration between DHS and state agencies

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Notebook gives PCs a complex

Fujitsu's LifeBook N5000 notebook computer is the big kahuna.

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How it works: virtual server software

Virtualization software lets users create multiple virtual machines.

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The end of add-on storage

How to treat storage tech as a strategic asset, not an afterthought.

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Los Alamos' self-assessment sets the bar high

Officials at the Energy Department lab spent a decade hammering out requirements for their storage environment.

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Virtual server downsides

Unexpected costs; Fallout from isolated failures; Management complexity.

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A clear and mapped-out view

Autodesk GIS software will help first responders deal with crises

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Is wireless LAN gear right for you?

Deciding if wireless local-area network (WLAN) technology is right for your agency will depend primarily on your potential wireless applications and the characteristics of your user base, according to industry analysts.

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FDA expands search capabilities

Convera's software lets scientists review and approve drug info faster

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Is Gigabit Ethernet right for you?

If most of your apps are productivity tools, probably not. But that could change as multimedia becomes more of the norm.

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Free to roam

Broadening wireless LAN market presents buyers with new choices

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Is metro Ethernet right for you?

If you're using a carrier's data services but bandwidth is always in short supply, consider metro Ethernet.

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VOIP's second act

Next-generation IP telephony applications bring safety and efficiency to public agencies

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Quality control

After security, the biggest concern for VOIP implementations is quality of service.