Internet risks will drive users offline, researcher predicts
A focus on securing legacy architectures instead of new technologies has created an untrustworthy environment, says Purdue professor Eugene Spafford.
Amazon selling Kindle Fire at a loss, putting heat on other tablet-makers
Amazon's Gillette model for its $199 tablet is putting pressure on other device-makers to lower their prices.
NIST offers a how-to for must-do continuous monitoring
In an environment where all IT is mission-critical, continuous monitoring for security and risk management also is essential, NIST says in newly released guidelines.
New modeling, analytics can help cities solve their fiscal crises
Without new analytic modeling technologies, cities might be in the dark about the best ways to solve some of their more complex financial problems.
Electronic discovery tools
Electronic discovery software and tools facilitate access and retrieval of data and documents from different electronic sources in response to legal or regulatory discovery requirements.
Smart grid security: Will 'good enough' be enough?
The emergence of stealthy advanced threats targeting critical systems raises the stakes in trusting our energy system to IP networks.
Sorry, LightSquared, GPS was there first
In the struggle to balance the needs of a new broadband network with the operation of the existing Global Positioning System, the satellite company will have to accept that GPS has a prior claim on the radio frequency spectrum.
Cloud caveat: Responsibility cannot be outsourced
Cloud computing offers the promise of greater efficiency and flexibility, but adopters must ensure that existing security requirements are being met in a new environment.
Android patent deal leaves Google out in the cold
Samsung can use Google's Android OS in its mobile devices thanks to an intellectual property agreement signed between the device manufacturer and Microsoft.
Data center management needs to tie IT and facilities, report states
The move to virtualization and cloud computing means managers should deploy data center infrastructure management software to tie together the IT and facilities groups, according to IDC.
DHS taking its public websites into the cloud
The Homeland Security Department is moving its public-facing websites to the cloud on a $600,000-a-year contract.
Free Mango update going into global distribution
Windows Phone 7.5, code-named "Mango," is now being distributed worldwide by mobile service providers, though it may take a few weeks before users can get their hands on it.
When mobile meets 911, it's often hit or miss
Smart911 gives callers the option of providing additional information to emergency service providers through an automated add-on to the 911 emergency call system.
Return on 911 investments not always measured in dollars
911 systems that contain more personal information about the callers can help emergency responders shave off critical seconds in getting to someone in need.
How data wizardry can revive America’s cities
Struggling with flat budgets and severe cost-cutting, cities are turning to advanced software analytics to find hidden savings.
High-end headset — and no need to lower the boom
The SuperBeam SB-405 phones provide perfect pitch for talking or listening, and don't use clunky boom mikes.
Can you match the technology with the inventor?
Technologies: 1. Secure Sockets Layer encryption 2. Computer mouse 3. QWERTY keyboard 4. Integrated circuit Inventors: a. Douglas Engelbart b. Jack Kilby c. Taher Elgamal d. Christopher Latham Sholes
How to close the security gaps in Bluetooth
Bluetooth personal area networks provide only limited security; NIST offers new guidance on countering threats.
Microsoft issues warning over SSL flaw
Microsoft has advised users of the threat from a vulnerability in Secure Sockets Layer 3.0 and Transport Layer Security 1.0, but said the chances of a successful attack are slim.
Will Kundra's 5 top initiatives survive?
The ambitious and sometimes controversial former federal CIO had no shortage of big ideas for reforming government IT. But can they succeed without him?
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