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Albright talks about Iraq War, current crises in the Middle East during APCO 2015 address

Former U.S. Secretary of State Madeleine K. Albright offered insight on diplomatic approaches to problems in the Middle East while delivering a keynote speech during the opening session at the APCO 2015 show.

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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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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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Fork in the Road: Is FirstNet ready to address potential national public-safety network vulnerabilities?

In 18 months, a new President and Congress will be in office. Now is the time to ask tough questions regarding FirstNet’s readiness to meet increased cybersecurity threats, as well as whether a federal approach to public-safety interoperability is the best path for the future.

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Federal cybersecurity efforts need clear responsibility, urgency and leadership

There is no silver bullet to the complex problem of cyber attacks on the federal government, but identifying who is responsible and prodding them to act through legislation and oversight is a first step to stop the bleeding.

NetMotion Wireless: Steve Fallin explains how latest Mobility update helps consolidated IT efforts

Steve Fallin, senior product manager at NetMotion Wireless, discusses how the company’s Mobility 10.7 release addresses many of the challenges associated with consolidation of IT efforts within enterprises and government.

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Xplore Technologies buys assets of Motion Computing after foreclosure

Ultra-rugged and fully rugged tablet PC maker Xplore Technologies announces that it has closed its purchase of substantially all assets of Motion Computing, the world’s second-leading provider of rugged tablet PC that was the subject of a foreclosure, according to Xplore Technologies officials.

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State of Maine, Harris announce completion of statewide P25 system

Officials for the state of Maine announce that more than 2,000 users are communicating on the new statewide digital P25 Maine State Communications Network (MSCommNet) system built by Harris, which has replaced disparate aging analog systems that were unable to provide coverage throughout the state.

DHS: Bob Griffin talks about S&T’s Visionary Goals, National Conversation initiatives

Bob Griffin, deputy under secretary for the science & technology (S&T) directorate of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), discusses the response to the recent Visionary Goals effort and outlines the components of the ongoing National Conversation initiative.

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Albright talks about Iraq War, current crises in the Middle East during APCO 2015 address

Commentary

Reform defense acquisition to reflect the challenges of the cyber age

Commentary

Cyber leadership void in Congress undermining efforts to address concerns

Commentary

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

Commentary

Fork in the Road: Is FirstNet ready to address potential national public-safety network vulnerabilities?

Commentary

Federal cybersecurity efforts need clear responsibility, urgency and leadership

NetMotion Wireless: Steve Fallin explains how latest Mobility update helps consolidated IT efforts

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Xplore Technologies buys assets of Motion Computing after foreclosure

News

State of Maine, Harris announce completion of statewide P25 system

DHS: Bob Griffin talks about S&T’s Visionary Goals, National Conversation initiatives

Commentary

Updated: How ‘sidelink’ peer-to-peer communications can enhance public-safety operations

NG911 needed to secure our communities and nation

How 5G is making cities safer, smarter, and more efficient

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