Virus writers are perfecting hit-and-run tactics
Recent repeated spikes in malware variants that are not detected by antivirus tools are reversing an 18-month trend.
Antivirus software shouldn't be this painful
DHS is stressing "Our Shared Responsibility" during this year's National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, but client-side security tools too often make it more difficult than necessary to keep yourself safe online.
FCC releases proposed rules on network neutrality
In an effort to balance the needs of Internet carriers and content providers, FCC proposes rules that would limit the ability of carriers to interfere with network traffic for business purposes, while not interfering with legitimate network management or emergency communications.
NIST puts reorganization of IT Lab on hold
The proposed restructuring of the IT Lab — which includes the Computer Security Division that has produced hundreds of standards, specifications and guidelines for IT security requirements — proved more controversial than expected.
Resource description tool can add smarts to your Web pages
The rule-keepers of the Web have proffered a working draft of a standard that would allow Web managers to incorporate a bit of dormant intelligence into their Web sites.
How low can Windows 7 price go?
The GCN Lab spans the globe looking for less expensive versions of Windows 7
Teamwork takes center-stage at GCN Awards Gala
Members of the government IT community gathered in Washington to honor the project teams and individuals whose work earned them GCN Awards for Agency IT Achievement.
Business intell speeds Recovery Act reporting for DOE
The Energy Department is tracking its Recovery Act funding and reporting requirements via Oracle's automated Business Intelligence Enterprise Edition.
Federal agencies expected to make broad move to Windows 7
A new survey suggests federal information technology managers expect to adopt Microsoft’s new Windows 7 operating system more broadly and more quickly than they did with Microsoft’s Vista OS.
Deja Vista: That's the impression that we got about Windows 7
With the release of Windows 7 yesterday, GCN Lab Director John Breeden responds to reader comments about his review of Microsoft's next-generation operating system.
FCC votes to move forward with proposed net neutrality rules
The FCC voted today to authorize a notice of proposed rulemaking that would set limits on how Internet carriers can interfere with traffic in the name of network management.
Indian Affairs launches new web site, updates technology
The Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) has launched a new web site to better serve constituents, and is at work on an internal portal to enhance collaboration among BIA employees as well as with other government agencies.
Navy puts satellite broadband platform to the test
A series of tests has validated certain pivotal technologies designed to deliver and enhance broadband satellite communications.
Cyber threat looms, but its full scope remains murky
Military leaders and analysts say evolving cyber threats, which some believe could produce a "digital Hurricane Katrina," will require the Defense Department to work more closely with experts in industry.
State Department deploys electronic asset-tracking system
The State Department plans to tag 10,000 mission-critical technology assets with passive radio frequency identification (RFID) devices to save money and increase security.
Microsoft, Red Hat share common ground on virtualization
Microsoft and Red Hat have validated that their respective Windows and Linux operating systems will run on each other's virtualization platforms.
Social Security acts now to avoid future data overload
Although the Social Security Administration's IT infrastructure is providing reliable service to state and federal agencies, internal pressures and continued growth in demand for data make planning for the future imperative, GAO says.
Analysts predict feds could save big money with cloud computing
Federal agencies could eventually save 85 percent of their yearly IT infrastructure budgets by moving operations to either a public, private or hybrid cloud, according to a study by Booz Allen Hamilton.
Alexander nominated to lead Cyber Command
Army Lt. Gen. Keith Alexander has been nominated for promotion to the rank of four-star general and also to the post of commander of the Defense Department’s new U.S. Cyber Command.
DOD budget forecast threatens new technology deployments
Personnel and equipment costs might cut deeply into key defense acquisition programs over the next several years, reports Michael Bruno at Aviation Week.
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