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GEOINT tradecraft: 'Human geography'

How new tools like Activity Based Intelligence are helping intel analysts map the “human terrain.”

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Army net initiative gains momentum despite shutdown

The latest version of the services Network Integration Evaluation was slowed by the government shutdown but is expected to wrap up on schedule.

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Space laser sets data download record

A laser system aboard NASA’s LADEE moon probe demonstrates fastest two-way communications.

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3 ways to secure networks against current, future threats

Securing IT networks should be ongoing, with consideration for potential long-term effects and threats.

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Navy orders Raytheon to stop work on next-gen radar

Order stems from Lockheed Martin protest of Air and Missile Defense Radar contract award.

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Army pushes capability sets for tactical nets

Battlefield-tested tactical networks are being gradually upgraded as the Army seeks to push more data back and forth across its mobile networks.

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NGA opens doors to GEOINT app store

Following the lead of other agencies, the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency is making it easier to download apps.

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DISA renews satellite comms deal with Iridium

The contract renewal could be worth up to $400 million.

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Odierno outlines Army’s post-war strategy

Army chief of staff says the service must use limited resources wisely as uncertainty grows.

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Seapower symposium cancelled due to shutdown

The Chief of Naval Operation said the biennial conference is a victim of the government shutdown.

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Military looks to reuse IT equipment

Army command leading effort to repurpose computer hardware, achieve savings.

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Army launches cyber research alliance

University research alliance will focus on future cyber threats to Army networks.

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Carter leaving No 2 post at DOD

Ashton Carter will step down as deputy defense secretary by the end of 2013.

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Inside the mind of a Designated Approving Authority

The DAA has a lot on his mind, especially when it comes to information security.

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Video surveillance driving big data

Proliferation of high-definition surveillance cameras accounts for a growing segment of data storage.

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GEOINT symposium postponed until next spring

Geospatial intelligence event falls victim to partial government shutdown.

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Army regional network plan advances

Congressional panels give Army the reprogramming flexibility to launch regional networks.

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DOD moves to shore up obsolete parts pipeline

Defense Logistics Agency managing possible transition of its spare parts database.

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Air Force factoring spectrum reallocation into integration plans

The service’s integration chief says he is working to ensure uninterrupted joint operations.

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JIE is linchpin of next-generation classified cloud

DISA and the services are working to synchronize efforts toward developing, fielding a Joint Information Environment that promotes interoperability.