Army tests thin-client system for common operational view
The Army is evaluating a Web-based system that gives commanders access to previously unavailable data residing on thick-client applications.
And the winners of the Cyber Challenge are...
More than 2,000 students from 169 high schools in 32 states and three territories took part in the challenge, which is designed to help build up the cyber workforce.
Guide to better security for mobile access to networks
NIST’s new electronic authentication guidelines reflect the growing use of remote devices to access government systems, and could help expand use of PIV cards.
Facebook Timeline makes its long-anticipated debut
The Timeline application on Facebook that showcases past photographs and status updates is finally available, but is it all it promises to be?
Top tech advances for 2012
From invisible tanks to radar that can see through walls, the GCN Lab's coverage this year points to some jaw-dropping technology developments in 2012.
Domain trademark holders deserve better protection
Policies for Top Level Domain expansion put too much burden on trademark holders to defend themselves against infringing domain names.
House bill sets up cyber threat clearinghouse at DHS
Proposal would create national clearinghouse for cybersecurity and threat information, and spells out the Homeland Security Department's role in protecting critical infrastructure.
Google knocked out of L.A. e-mail project
Citing concerns about security, the L.A. City Council voted to remove Google and Computer Sciences Corp. from the city's e-mail migration contract.
At Los Alamos Lab, mobile security gets picky
The Los Alamos National Lab takes a 'pick-and-choose' approach to securing mobile networks for its large, diverse user base.
5 mobile products that are great for government
The GCN Lab reviews five of the latest smart-phone and tablet products that would be a good fit for government workers at the office, home and in-between.
Nokia Windows smart phones to debut in US
Nokia and partner T-mobile are banking on the 150 million people in the United States who haven't upgraded their cell phones as they gear up to release the first Nokia smart phone in the nation Jan. 11.
DHS outlines goals for nation's critical infrastructure
A DHS blueprint lists objectives for securing critical infrastructure and creating a more secure information ecosystem.
2011: The year of the breach
The high-profile breaches of information systems in 2011 made it clear we cannot depend on our defenses alone to protect ourselves but must concentrate as well on responding to and mitigating attacks.
Google awards $1.5M grant to foster civic apps
Google's grant to nonprofit Code for America will support fellowships to develop software applications for the public sector.
Calif. joins fight against cyber crime
The state of California is targeting online crooks with its new cyber crimes unit announced this week.
Motorola unveils hardware-based security for mobile devices
Motorola is deploying a hardware-based security system for mobile devices that is intended to meet the needs of the secure government market.
Expanded Internet domains: Boon or bane?
Opponents tell a House panel that expanding generic Top Level Domains threatens intellectual property and trademarks; supporters say it will increase competition, improve service and create jobs.
OMB launches 'Shared First' IT consolidation drive
In a draft proposal, federal agencies are asked to consolidate at least two agency systems under a shared services approach by December 2012.
iPads coming soon to a cockpit near you
American Airlines has won approval from the Federal Aviation Administration for its pilots to use iPads in the cockpit beginning Dec. 16.
Navy's undersea robots get smarter
The U.S. Navy is developing new software programs to make its ocean-going robots more independent.
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