Plustek's new SmartOffice scanner can handle the load
The company's new model can scan 80 ppm, handle mixed types of documents and render them in a variety of formats.
Quantum computing explained: D-Wave on NASA's system
D-Wave's Eric Ladizinsky explains how "we are harvesting the parallel worlds to solve problems in this one."
Acer projector puts lasers into classroom, meeting room
The K520's hybrid laser-LED technology delivers rich, bright images, and quadruples the lifespan of a typical bulb.
Will Samsung's tablet strike the right note with government users?
The Galaxy Note 8.0 does everything you need a tablet to do, with enhanced security features that should appeal to government users.
Can the Galaxy Gear change the fate of wearable tech?
Samsung's new smartwatch has a few things going for it, but the track record on wearable computers, in government or out, isn't promising.
Moon beams: NASA set to test laser space communications
A lunar mission launching this month will test two-way laser communications, which will transmit six times the data at 25 percent less power.
Key-sharing tech helps combat encrypted DDoS attacks
Prolexic's SSL key-sharing tools make it easier to detect and stop encrypted Layer 7 DDoS attacks while customers maintain control of their SSL keys.
MIT's 110-core processor could help boost efficiency
Chips that can effectively take advantage of multiple cores could be useful in government, giving agencies a way to downsize data centers and make them more efficient without losing processing capacity.
How 3D maps can get more accurate
A research team solves a common problem with robotic 3D mapping, leading to clearer, more detailed maps.
Life after XP: Zinstall helps tame migration monsters
GCN takes Zinstall for a test drive to see how it can help ease agency XP migrations.
A clock that measures time to 18 zeros is no small thing
NIST's ytterbium-based atomic clock measures the difference between seconds to the quintillions part, and could have practical applications.
Training for combatting human trafficking goes mobile
JKO releases a mobile app for DOD’s Trafficking in Person’s general awareness training.
Lenovo preps a workstation for new CAD users
The ThinkStation E32 comes with a 60-day trial of AutoCAD LT 2014 software and has enough power to make it work.
Marines using biometrics to ID friends, foes in Afghanistan
The Biometric Enrollment and Screening Device uses a combination of facial, thumb and iris scans matched against an internal database to identify persons encountered on the battlefield.
Army preps on-the-spot 3D printing process for the battlefield
The Army Research Lab and Purdue University develop a process that would let soldiers repair damaged parts on aircraft and ground vehicles on the spot.
A portable drive with rock-solid security
Apricorn's software-free Aegis Padlock Fortress keeps all data encrypted and protected from tampering.
Avtec to provide encrypted over-air communications for dispatchers
The company's Scout 3.1, for dispatchers in public safety, transportation and other areas, will include a P25-compliant key management facility.
America's Army ready to deploy to new Proving Grounds
The popular game’s new versions features tactical missions with small, self-contained units, reflecting the present-day Army.
A 'typical' Android that works under water, is clear in loud settings
The Hydro Edge is a waterproof smartphone with good features -- including Kyocera's Smart Sonic Receiver -- with a low price.
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