Modernization

JSTARS flies into Internet Age

Radio technology addresses the needs of modern-day warfighters.

Modernization

RFID spreads with feds

The military and the FDA are requiring suppliers and manufacturers to use radio frequency identification technology to track items.

Digital Government

Officials praise D.C. wireless network

The Capital Wireless Integrated Network gives public safety workers a valuable tool for daily and extraordinary situations, officials said.

Modernization

No strings attached

Agencies and vendors take wireless to new heights

People

Setting the stage for RFID

DOD to use radio technology at two distribution centers

Digital Government

Cutting in line

Companies that offer wireless priority service.

Digital Government

Paying the bills

Agency officials should carefully examine their bills for wireless services, according to some experts.

Cybersecurity

Wireless tip: Don't hide from risk

Perhaps the most important wireless safety precaution is acknowledging the risk.

People

Senate committee approves wireless spectrum bill

But not before adding a measure that critics say undermines the goal of getting broadcasters out of spectrum promised to public safety.

Modernization

Army frets over satellite use

Army officials await the December 2005 launch of the first Wideband Gapfiller Satellite.

Modernization

5 wireless mistakes to avoid

Deploying WLANs requires network management, security skills

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Davis rips Treasury, defends Networx

The Virginia congressman said if agencies continue to use their own competitions and contracts for large procurements, the effectiveness of governmentwide contracting vehicles will decrease.

Digital Government

5 technologies that integrators are banking on

RFID, Web services and security attract investment, demand

Modernization

Md. untethers Sailor

The Maryland network that connects libraries, agencies and citizens is moving into the wireless world.

Digital Government

Government doesn't drive Wi-Fi

Although local government is a major driver of large wireless projects, its influence is not as pervasive as some would think.

Modernization

Hawaii frees up Five-O

Honolulu's police, fire and emergency services personnel will get 1,600 wireless modem cards from AT&T Wireless.

Modernization

Responders urge deadline for wireless shift

First responders want Congress to force everyone else out of certain wireless bands to free space for police and emergency personnel.

Modernization

Semper Wi-Fi

A Marine unit in Afghanistan has built its own private, wireless network for personal e-mail and IP phone calls home.

Modernization

Texas tax agents stick by Sprint

The Texas Comptroller's Enforcement Division renewed its contract with Sprint Government Systems Division to provide state tax collectors with wireless access.

People

Air Force conference notes: Wireless interference

Budget problems could delay wireless projects. Meanwhile, Air Force researchers highlight a wireless intrusion detector, and HP touts its RFID prowess.