Modernization
Texas Guard goes wireless for rapid response
It has started to use Fortress Technologies’ rapid response communications kit to help it share critical information and save time and lives in disasters.
Modernization
Arrowhead win signals telecom changes
Field of competition is expanding beyond traditional carriers.
Modernization
Intercepts
The Core at the core of DATS; DISA is not a four-letter word; HF radio gets legs!; Build a better antenna and the Navy will be at your door
Digital Government
Bandwidth squeeze imperils Navy's C4 goals
Navy internal memo cites concerns about inadequate satellite communications.
Digital Government
Navy Department makes it official, clearing way for deployment of WLANs
A new policy requires Navy and Marines to use strong encryption and intrusion detection.
People
Navy satcom performance impedes warfighters
Shipboard satellite systems operating in the super and extremely high-frequency bands do not perform well enough to support warfighting needs, according to an internal message.
People
Navy names Robert Carey as new CIO
The former deputy CIO will take over in early 2007 after he returns from active duty in Iraq.
People
Marines award $45.6M deal to meet needs in Iraq
General Dynamics won the contract to deliver 150 tactical data systems to Marines in Iraq.
People
Navy drops ban on commercial WLANs
The policy, which was not publicly distributed, also permits the use of WiMax and Bluetooth gear encrypted with AES.
People
DISA won't pursue I-Assure follow-on
The agency says a variety of alternative contract vehicles can fill DOD's information assurance requirements.
Cybersecurity
DISA awards $7.2 million PKI test contract
Tangible Software will also evaluate Common Access Cards under the two-year agreement.
People
Intercepts
The Marines’ Cyber Wallah; Looking for a few good network systems; Spawar’s test pilot; Congress just can’t help itself; Cybersecurity and Christmas trees; Encore I task order update.
Digital Government
Allen amendment to help minority institutions
The program, which will provide grants for universities, colleges and other organizations to buy digital networks, was approved as part of the VA spending bill.
People
Senate boosts 2007 VA IT budget by $42 million
The House needs to pass its version of the 2007 VA Appropriations bill before the end of the lame-duck congressional session.
People
Intercepts
Hawaii stars; Integrator indigestion; Aloha, FBI; Here comes HF IP; Urgently needed: Suggestions for an outrageously expensive restaurant.
Modernization
In Afghanistan, cell phones double as C2 systems
Afghanistan infantry battalions and the Taliban take advantage of the country's burgeoning cellular network infrastructure.
Modernization
Army extends broadband to helicopters
It has also started to deploy 38 palletized versions of its Joint Network Node in Iraq that will bring IP networking based on commercial gear down to the infantry company level.
People
Pacom improves info sharing
The command is increasingly using systems built on open-source software to share information, and it is working in cooperation with the FBI's Honolulu office.
People
Industry wary of DISA's SOA effort
Vendors are struggling to determine a sound business case for the department's plan to pay for services rather than software development costs.
People
Intercepts
If not for Wal-Mart; Buy a poppy; Skip the movie; go to the memorial; Semper fidelis.
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