Modernization
NGEN's risky choices
The Navy is confident that the successor to the Navy-Marine Corps Intranet is sound, but its short span and emphasis on cost worry some observers.
People
Marines seeking own IT warehouse
The Marine Corps wants to change the way it handles its tactical systems and garrison IT once its Next Generation Enterprise Network contract goes into effect in May 2014.
Modernization
Navy releases $10B NGEN RFP
Let the competition begin as the Navy finally releases NGEN request for proposals and two teams square off to win the lucrative contract.
Digital Government
Facebook enlists U.S. military for new Pages format debut
The Facebook Pages format got a splashy introduction with the help of U.S. military services--with the exception of one Page that took on some water.
Modernization
Marines prep for combat support with simulation
At Camp Pendleton's Battle Simulation Center, Marines are tested in operational support using simulation tools that recreate combat.
Modernization
DOD taking "DISA first" strategy in data center consolidation efforts
DOD is focusing on DISA IT services, core data centers as it pursues efficiencies and data center consolidation, according to its new progress report.
People
Cyber training no longer basic
Today's troops are getting the latest in high-tech training and education to learn how to combat a fast-moving cyber threat.
Cybersecurity
Cyber programs at a glance
Here is a look at some of the cyber training programs offered by the military services.
Modernization
Norfolk battens down NMCI's hatches in preparation for Irene
With Hurricane Irene bearing down on the mid-Atlantic region, the Navy and Marine Corps are working overtime to ensure their critical IT systems -- including NMCI -- remain up and running through the storm.
People
Military officials warn against cutting DOD's budget
Lawmakers have proposed more than $800 billion in defense cuts, but DOD leaders warned of serious consequences to technological and military readiness.
Digital Government
Navy's budget includes new technology, hardware
The Navy's budget request for fiscal 2012 focuses on technology and new equipment as well as cost and energy savings.
Digital Government
Future of Navy, DOD debated at AFCEA West
Top DOD officials discussed critical issues for the military's future at AFCEA West.
Acquisition
Could mission specialization solve DOD's woes?
In an era of tight budgets and ongoing conflict, specialization is an intriguing idea, but experts question whether it would save money.
People
About Face(book): Marines lift ban on social networking
Marine Corps officials lifted a ban for marines on using social networking Web sites on the service’s non-secret network, according to a memo.
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