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Chattanooga shootings exhibit the need for in-building wireless, text-to-911 services

Following the recent tragic shootings in Chattanooga, officials at the Safer Buildings Coalition (SBC) began discussing the significance of the final text message sent by Lance Cpl. Squire Wells. His two-word warning to his girlfriend illustrates how much we have come to rely on our smartphones in an emergency.

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How to guarantee mission-critical multimedia for public-safety networks

First responders will benefit from the situational awareness provided by real-time video and other multimedia applications, but it is important that public-safety agencies ensure that they design their networks properly to ensure that their networks have the appropriate capacity and reliability to be used in a mission-critical environment.

Clear skies or stormy weather on FirstNet’s horizon?

FirstNet should consider satellite options as it seeks cost-effective methods to first responders with broadband coverage in vast rural and low-density locations.

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Reform defense acquisition to reflect the challenges of the cyber age

Currently, the defense procurement process is hallmarked by delays and under-inclusiveness. The Department of Defense and Congress must work together to accelerate the process and allow additional players in the game, so we can acquire advanced technology to effectively fight the digital war that is now upon us.

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Cyber leadership void in Congress undermining efforts to address concerns

Congressional leaders say they are focused on cybersecurity. But to truly address our cybersecurity vulnerabilities, Congress must turn its focus within.

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As we celebrate the Fourth of July, remember the first responders—our nation’s finest

As we see and interact with our nation’s finest this weekend, let’s all take a moment to say, “Thank you.”

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The National 911 Progress Report: Tracking progress toward next-generation 911

Significant progress toward the implementation of next-generation 911 (NG911) is occurring in states and counties across the nation according to the findings in the current National 911 Progress Report.

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National 911 Progress Report provides unprecedented insight into state 911 operational and financial data

In 2013, more than 149 million emergency calls were received in the 39 states that shared data through the National 911 Profile Database. This is just one of the data points featured in the National 911 Progress Report released earlier this year, which provided the most holistic and detailed reporting of state 911 data in the history of 911 service.

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Cybersecurity: Believe it or not, the buck should stop at the U.S. Coast Guard

Efforts to have the U.S. Department of Homeland Security spearhead the federal government’s cybersecurity efforts have failed, for myriad reasons. What entity should be in charge of this all-important responsibility? The U.S. Coast Guard.

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It’s time for PSAPs to enter the on-ramps to next-generation 911

Knowing the requirements and how to begin the next-generation 911 migration process can be difficult. Although there are many various ways to get started, remember that each will introduce immediate benefits to your 911 emergency communications.

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Chattanooga shootings exhibit the need for in-building wireless, text-to-911 services

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How to guarantee mission-critical multimedia for public-safety networks

Clear skies or stormy weather on FirstNet’s horizon?

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Reform defense acquisition to reflect the challenges of the cyber age

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Cyber leadership void in Congress undermining efforts to address concerns

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As we celebrate the Fourth of July, remember the first responders—our nation’s finest

Commentary

The National 911 Progress Report: Tracking progress toward next-generation 911

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National 911 Progress Report provides unprecedented insight into state 911 operational and financial data

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Cybersecurity: Believe it or not, the buck should stop at the U.S. Coast Guard

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It’s time for PSAPs to enter the on-ramps to next-generation 911

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September 3GPP Plenary: 6G officially begins, Release 19 on track

Latest 3GPP standards-development work includes new classes of HPUE, progress on mission-critical services

Is LMR the best solution for first responders? Should 4.9 GHz license go to the FirstNet Authority?

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Lynk CEO Charles Miller: The sky’s the limit

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