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From Nextgov: LightSquared cell network knocks out first responders' GPS in tests
The Pentagon and the GPS industry fear the system will interrupt navigation systems nationwide if it wins FCC approval.
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From Nextgov.com: U.S. border agents to snag drug-smuggling jets with Canadian military radar
But Homeland Security officials have made little progress in deploying license plate readers to identify vehicles supporting the flights.
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As shuttle program winds down, uncertainty looms for NASA
Lawmakers question speed of agency's transition away from shuttle.
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Nextgov.com: DHS accused of hiding fingerprinting data
'Metadata' for agency emails on Secure Communities program sought by immigrant groups under FOIA.
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Fatter Federal Paychecks
Surveys show high-end federal IT employers outearn non-IT feds and private sector counterparts.
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From Nextgov.com: SOCOM eyes Android smartphones, tactical cellular networks
U.S. Special Operations Command seeks a radio with a 1-mile range and the capacity to plug-and-play with Android devices.
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Most of the money allotted for defunct DHS financial management project went unspent
Official says department obligated just a fraction of the millions associated with unsuccessful IT project.
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Performance.gov site to go public soon
Recent budget cuts will hamper effort to improve the website’s functionality, though, OMB’s Zients tells a Senate panel.
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Flat IT Hiring
Most federal CIOs do not anticipate adding IT staff or contractors in the next couple of years.
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Telework Order
Telework order gives agencies broad authority to design computer policies that match their unique needs.
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From Nextgov.com: Coming IT program managers will be senior leaders
Commenters on OPM's draft job description want stronger distinction from existing federal IT project managers.
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Telework Cloud
Email is the first application many federal CIOs are moving to the cloud. And nominate your tech!
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Spending bill funds NASA mission to the moon
Deal revives Constellation Program, which was cut entirely under the presidents initial 2011 budget proposal.
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From Nextgov.com: Feds follow digital money trail to halt online poker
Gaming operators allegedly duped banks into processing illegal payments.
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From Nextgov.com: IRS computer glitches allow erroneous credits
Initial audit of 2011 season shows some filers wrongfully benefiting from first-time home buyer and energy-efficiency tax incentives.
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From Nextgov.com: Shortage of skilled cyber specialists fuels debate over pay
Network operators and penetration testers could earn more than compliance analysts and auditors.
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From Nextgov.com: Cyber identity strategy would eliminate the need for multiple passwords
Commerce Secretary Gary Locke dismissed rumors the plan would lead to national ID cards for citizens.
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