Texas Technology January 2008

Case Study

Universities Use Second Life to Teach Complex Concepts

By Patrick Michels Long popular for socializing, the virtual world gains traction among Texas academics.

State Procurement Contracts Ease Purchasing for Texas Agencies

By Andy Opsahl

Texas DIR contracts give state and local government agencies leverage at the negotiating table.

Municipal Wireless Projects Need Viable Business Model

By Andy Opsahl Cities and counties shouldn't count on municipal wireless networks if they expect vendors to foot the bill. 

Tracking Outbreaks

By Chandler Harris Texas implements electronic lab reporting to prevent disease outbreak.

Feature

NASA Explorer Schools Program Chooses Two Texas Schools

By Tamara Warta

NASA's Explorer Schools program lets students explore science and technology in a whole new way.

Best of Texas Honors State's IT Talent

Annual Best of Texas awards given to state's top IT achievers.

Outer Limit

News from the IT Horizon

By Chad Vander Veen

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