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FCC's Wi-Fi Expansion Could Threaten Connected Vehicles Technology

February 13, 2013 - Transportation stakeholders are urging the FCC to slow plans that could undermine much-anticipated technology that can help drivers avoid crashes.

Will FirstNet Move Forward With Local Broadband Projects?

February 12, 2013 - Seven regional wireless networks could soon serve as models for a nationwide public safety broadband communications system.

Hackers Broadcast Zombie Emergency Alert on TV

February 12, 2013 - The bogus alert cautioned Montana TV viewers to “not attempt to approach or apprehend these bodies, as they are considered extremely dangerous.”

Cloud Adoption Increases as More Educators Use Cloud Services

February 12, 2013 - K-12, higher education and government move faster into the cloud because their employees already use it, a new survey says.

How Has Mobile Technology Evolved?

February 12, 2013 - In the second of our video series about the Computer History Museum, we look briefly at the vast array of computing machinery.

E-Waste and Us: 17,000 Tons Trashed Each Year (Infographic)

February 12, 2013 - Can we combat e-waste and create a recycling culture?

Seattle Mayor Nixes Drone Program

February 12, 2013 - Mayor Mike McGinn's decision to return the city's drones to the vendor puts Seattle in the center of discussions about the role of such technologies in government.

Do Governments Need Personal Social Media Policies?

February 11, 2013 - While the National Labor Relations Board has ruled that private industry can't keep employees from venting about work online, how should government agencies handle personal social media policies?

Where Did Technology Come From?

February 11, 2013 - In the first of our video series about the Computer History Museum in Mountain View, Calif., we look briefly at the first 2,000 years of computing in society.

Should Consumers Be in the Driver’s Seat of Innovation?

February 11, 2013 - This California official says that yes, regulators should put consumers in charge.

12 Predictions for Tech in Government in 2013

February 11, 2013 - The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Digital Communications Division and the Federal Web Managers Council teamed up to draft big ideas and predictions for technology in government in 2013.

Are Data Breaches Inevitable?

February 11, 2013 - Small security breaches occur in government more often than many people are aware of.

California Controller Announces IT Procurement Task Force

February 8, 2013 - Working with the Governor’s Office, the State Controller's Office has assembled a task force to build recommendations on IT procurement.

California Kills $90 Million Contract With SAP

February 8, 2013 - When test runs of approximately 1,300 paychecks contained about 100 types of errors, State Controller John Chiang canceled the contract.

Lawmakers Promote a Free Internet

February 8, 2013 - Responding to international support for increased UN authority over the Internet, an official U.S. policy in favor of Internet freedom is circulating in Washington, D.C.

GIS-Assisted Disaster Relief in 2013 and Beyond

February 8, 2013 - A GIS expert from Esri talks about how the technology is fueling improved disaster response.

Management Tool Smoothes Tablet Deployment

February 8, 2013 - Pierce County, Wash.’s use of a mobile device management solution helped IT staff better handle security and configuration of iPads.

California IT Leaders Honored at CIO Academy

February 8, 2013 - Awards were given for CIO of the Year, CTO of the Year, and two individuals were inducted into the newly created California Hall of Fame for Technology.

Citizenville Challenge Pushes Local Governments to Transform

February 7, 2013 - Five local governments have committed to taking steps toward building a government for the 21st century, using technology to transform the way government and citizens interact.

Indiana's New CIO Sets Sights on No. 1

February 7, 2013 - Newly appointed CIO Paul Baltzell outlines ambitious tech plans for Indiana, echoing incoming Gov. Mike Pence's intention to take the state from good to great.