DNS security steps ordered by OMB
Agencies must implement new DNS Security extension measures on .gov domains and related sites.
Networks face another switch
Now that government network administrators have the IPv6 transition under their belts, a change in another Internet numbering system is under way.
A better way for SOA?
Quick: Guess which messaging protocol is best suited for large-scale cloud computing services.
Editor's Desk | A Wiki for transition
The 1105 Government Information Group unveils Gov Transition 2009, a wiki intended to be an interactive resource for organizations interested in the pending transition to a new administration.
Vets go the distance
A program at the Walter Reed Army Medical Center to help prepare injured veterans for careers in information technology and technical support seemed to be a good opportunity to try an online approach.
Convention to feature Microsoft tools
Democratic convention adds Microsoft tools to its IT platform.
12 principles of knowledge management
The Army's chief information officer, Lt. Gen. Jeffrey Sorenson, presented 12 principles of knowledge management at the LandWarNet conference.
IPv6 gets a workout at Olympics
IPv6 is being deployed to handle video surveillance, lighting, heating and traffic management systems in Olympic Park.
Reality Check | UCore's giant leap
A key group of chief information officers is pushing the boundaries of consensus building and galvanizing the federal information technology community.
Cybereye | Striking the public-private balance
For providers of essential public services, private profit must sometimes take a back seat to public policy.
Samurai Web testing
A Live CD for Web penetration testing.
2008 Rising Star Josh Caplan
Josh Caplan's community outreach and recruiting efforts have improved public knowledge of Spawar and heightened interest from potential job applicants.
2008 Rising Star Yao Liang
Yao Liang developed a Web tool that lets commanding officers submit performance evaluations via the NYPD's Intranet and successfully convinced the senior managers to embrace the new technology.
2008 Rising Star Isai Marichamy
Isai Marichamy knows how to multitask. He recently developed and deployed an electronic-payment module for the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles.
GOP seeks probe of military voting assistance programs
House and Senate lawmakers are calling for a Justice Department investigation into the possible disenfranchisement of millions of servicemen and women in the upcoming presidential election.
Also in the news: Cyberwarfare against Georgia
Estonian computer emergency response experts are reportedly attempting to help the Georgian government counter cyberattacks that began prior to Russia's invasion of the former Soviet republic.
Internaut | XML: The good, the bad and the bloated
Commentary: Reap the benefits of XML tagging while keeping bloated files to a minimum.
Maine puts Web 2.0 spin on state site
Maine.gov boosts usability, accessibility by adding Web 2.0 features.
Also in the news: Obama VP to be revealed via txt msg
Those wondering who Sen. Barack Obama will pick for his running mate will not have to look farther than than their BlackBerry for the answer.
Laserfiche Rio enhances data management
Rio provides workflow automation, Web-based document management, audit trail tracking and optional Defense Department Directive 5015.2-certified records management
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