Encryption via quantum computing

Unbreakable encryption remains a pipe dream, even on a quantum Internet

Despite efforts to use the principles of quantum computing to create unbreakable encryption, the system fails outside a lab or highly controlled setting.

Expanding use of cameras and sensors creates huge stores of data

Emerging protocol can help manage the Internet of Things

MQTT, proposed as an OASIS standard, can help agencies manage all the data generated by sensors, mobile devices and other machine-to-machine networks.

Game controller

With a different online game, agencies can be the winners

Lockheed Martin looks to combine gamification with analytics to develop games that deliver valuable data to sponsoring agencies.

Large Hadron Collider Photo by Maximilien Brice/CERN

Internet2 backbone serving national supercomputer network

The XSEDE research network operators say bandwidth and networking tools are key to moving large files between high-performance systems.

PhoneSat 1 during high altitude balloon test

NASA's smart-phone satellites launch new era in space communications

The small satellites built around Android phones, launched Sunday, mark a trend toward small, inexpensive satellites for a variety of uses.

Matterform 3D scanner

Scanner to provide 3D printing's missing link

The Photon scanner uses laser lines and an HD camera to create the CAD files needed for 3D printing.

Rescue squad interoperable communications

Ultimate public safety network is far off, but there are comm options

While first responders wait for the creation of a single nationwide public safety network, a variety of technologies are already providing interoperability.

Gamer in office

Agencies should know the 4 types of gamers

Agencies getting into gamification need to know their audience, starting with which of the four types of gamers they want to attract.

Liquid Robotics Wave Glider SV3

Upgraded aquatic robot 'a server rack at sea'

The Wave Glider SV3, with room for an 8U rack, not only takes sensor readings but processes the data, only sending back the results.

Wisconsin National Guard member training on core leadership skills using the Virtual Battlespace 2

High score: Gaming moves to the forefront in government

It was viewed not long ago as the violent realm of teenage activity, but agencies are embracing gamification as a powerful tool for education, training and outreach.

NASA Curiosity game

How NASA puts Earth-bound explorers in the driver's seat on Mars

Scientists at NASA's JPL are using gaming to build tele-exploration platforms, letting PC and Xbox Kinect users drive the rovers that navigate the Red Planet.

Agile development graphic

Agile is key to making the most of public-sector IT

Agile development tactics break projects into smaller chunks, let IT teams keep up with changes, and prevent “scope creep.”

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