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Communications breakdown

First responders look for new ways to keep communications flowing in emergencies

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A blanket of SNOMED

One of the biggest stumbling blocks to the widespread use of health records is medical terminology.

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Software that keeps score

Managers fine-tune mission performance with balanced score cards, but success takes much more than technology.

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5 stars of open-source products

If you're not using these tools, you may be missing out

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Long arm of the law

Enterprising law enforcement agencies use new technologies to spur cross-border data sharing

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Fixing up facilities management

The challenge: Link detailed building, systems info with end-to-end view

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Steps to build the perfect desktop

Use raw processing power as your only guide and your new dream machine could be a costly headache

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A cool duo

The shift to dual-core processors from Intel and AMD could have an impact on mainstream desktop computers.

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A room with a view

Public safety agencies grapple with loads of data flowing into command centers.

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PC refresh strategies evolve

The goals: lower costs, tighter security, and more flexibility.

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Tool for the data plumber

A shopping list for building a service-oriented architecture.

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Security on demand

New technology tools come to the high-stakes world of special-event security

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The real cost of open source

Do hiddencosts shortchange open-source software's appeal?

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Is there a future for futures trading?

Despite the DARPA debacle, experts say the idea has merit

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Deployment tips

Here's what to consider before buying or implementing business analytics tools.

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Analyze this

The growing niche of business analytics gives public agencies new insights

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Weighing buy vs. build

Do you invest in your own network infrastructure or buy services from a provider?

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Ethernet goes metro

Office network workhorse gets makeover for long-haul duty

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Quality control

After security, the biggest concern for VOIP implementations is quality of service.