DHS wants its network to network
Action will be taken to correct long-standing interoperability flaws in the Homeland Security Information Network.
Google 2.0 embraces Semantic Web
Google's new Programmable Search Engine might require more work from agency Webmasters, though increased site visibility may result from the effort.
Markey to DOD: drop Web site blocks
Rep. Edward Markey questions the logic behind blocking military personnel from visiting YouTube.com, myspace.com and 11 other popular sites.
DFAS enhances myPay security
DFAS has added a 'virtual keyboard' security feature to its myPay online payment system to augment the security of customers' personal ID numbers.
DOD blocks popular Internet sites
The Pentagon announced that access will be blocked to 13 'entertainment sites' on the Internet, to protect the availability of network resources for DOD activities.
USGS tests land cover analysis app
The U.S. Geological Survey has launched a preview version of an application that enables the analysis of how land cover has changed over time.
NASA opens GIS components to third-party use
Features in a popular NASA geomapping program are now available as services that can be used by third-party applications.
Joint Command, Microsoft team on R&D
The U.S. Joint Forces Command and Microsoft Corp. will team to look for ways to improve the command's Knowledge and Information Fusion Exchange expert systems program.
On-demand vendors unveil ShareOffice
A group of software vendors has released an office application based on open standards that allows collaborative teams to easily create and share documents online.
Global mobile Web conference
MobileAware is hosting an international World Wide Web Consortium workshop in Ireland.
Appian tabbed for Army portal work
Northrop Grumman picks Appian to provide Web portal technology for the Defense Knowledge Online portal.
The people speak, USA.gov listens
The team behind the government's official Web portal constantly monitors feedback from the site's visitors. Its recent redesign was based largely on this feedback.
Convergence of physical and IT security is becoming a necessity
Physical attacks increasingly will be accompanied by cyber attacks that will magnify the impact of the assault or hamper response, US-CCU analysts said.
CIA poised to launch expanded Web site
The CIA plans to activate a redesigned and expanded public Web site next Monday, agency officials said.
Sun introduces multimedia scripting language
Can the newly minted JavaFX take on Adobe Flash?
DOD calls on General Dynamics for VOIP deal
DOD has awarded a contract to General Dynamics Network Systems to design and install voice-over-IP for its Renovation and Construction program office.
Cybereye | 2007: Year of the antispyware law?
A pair of antispyware bills has been introduced in the House, and there is a chance this year that at least one of them might actually make it into law.
Ginger Price | 'I can give my life'
Ginger Price has devoted 36 years to working to care for veterans and their families as director of MyHealtheVet, a national Web portal that enables veterans to access a wide array of health care resources.<br><b>2007 GCN IT Leadership Award winner</b>
Chris Kluckhuhn | Calculated Risk
Without funding, staff, authority or approval, Coast Guard Lt. Cmdr. Chris Kluckhuhn developed a system to exchange data between Coast Guard units and the Maritime Information for Safety and Law Enforcement system.<br><b>2007 GCN IT Leadership Award winner</b>
You will conform
NIST posts an online tool for testing XML schemas against the IRS'Naming and Design Rules.
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