Modernization
DISA strategic plan focuses on enterprise, cybersecurity and efficiencies
The latest document is part of a new, multi-layered planning methodology for DISA.
Modernization
Hackers say FBI tracked 12 million iPhones, iPads
Check if yours is among those the group AntiSec has identified.
Modernization
ICE agent alleging sexual harassment was tough on Internet child porn
Official busted three online pornography operations.
Emerging Tech
Is Facebook yesterday's news in the presidential race?
The real action in digital campaigning may not hinge on public-facing social-media networks.
Modernization
FCC likely to take up incentive auction plan next month
The auctions would allow TV broadcasters a chance to offer bids on how much they would take to give up their spectrum.
Modernization
Amazon expected to reject Google Maps for upcoming tablet
Sources say the next Kindle Fire will have an alternative mapping function.
Modernization
Technology to clear FOIA backlog underused, GAO finds
Releasing documents under Freedom of Information Act requests is part of an agency's mission, but some agencies are not making the most of tools that could help do it faster.
Modernization
State Department adviser lays out pros and cons of Internet diplomacy
Alec Ross speaks out about why officials need to be more active online.
Digital Government
Joint Staff will develop a digital close air support system
The new technology will aid multinational operations.
Modernization
GSA issues cloud email blanket purchase agreements
New BPAs should ease cloud transition for many agencies.
Modernization
GSA awards cloud-based email BPAs
Purchase agreements went to 17 companies, four of which are small businesses.
Modernization
Apple spikes drone-tracking app
A new app-store rejection should remind us that Apple's gatekeeping may not be good for journalism.
Cybersecurity
Advice from a hacker on picking a good password
As mass hacks abound, it's hard to know the best way to handle our Internet security, so we went to a password expert to figure out how best to protect ourselves.
Modernization
Stakeholders continue slog on mobile app privacy
The first proposed code is focused narrowly on providing more transparency in what information developers and sellers of mobile apps are collecting from users and how they are using that data.
Modernization
Obama vows to fight for Internet freedom on Reddit
President also reveals toughest decision and promises beer recipe in latest social media chat.
Modernization
Isaac knocks out power to New Orleans Navy base
City’s VA hospital opens, but clinics close across several states.
Modernization
Wireless industry puts out text donation guidelines
The Obama campaign on Friday rolled out a plan to accept campaign contributions via text-to-donate short codes for mobile customers.
Modernization
Romney woos tech sector with small government approach
GOP standard-bearer says he would focus on cybersecurity in his first 100 days.
Modernization
Army North deploys first responder teams to four Gulf Coast states
Defense liaisons to FEMA are coordinating efforts from SUVs stuffed with communications gear.
Modernization