Then and now: The fastest supercomputers 30 years apart
While marking GCN's 30th year, we're taking a look at how far computing has progressed in three decades. Here's a look at the most powerful supercomputers of 1982 and 2012.
New drone OS allows control of multiple types of UAS
DreamHammer's Ballista is the first commercial software that can be integrated into the military's UCS architecture.
China’s Tianhe-2 takes supercomputing lead, but should US worry?
The country's new Tianhe-2 system leapfrogs the Energy Department’s Titan, but it's just one wrinkle in the move toward new techniques and, eventually, exascale computing.
One of the 37.7 percent: My XPerience with XP
John Breeden II was one of the people who stuck with Windows XP until forced to upgrade. Why didn't he switch sooner?
All-in-one biometric tool combines facial, card and fingerprint scanning
Shuttle Computer's HR70 biometric scanner can enforce access control through facial recognition, with optional ID card and fingerprint scanners.
The clock ticks on XP, and a tough transition looms for some agencies
With less than 10 months until support ends for Windows XP, some agencies are in transition. And if they haven't started yet, they're late.
An extra-wide display to solve the problem of multiple monitors
When working with multiple inputs that need to be displayed at the same time, NEC's 21-by-9 ratio monitor has the answers.
Apple's new Mac Pro a move toward serious desktop computing
Inside its cylindrical design are the makings of a powerhouse workstation that could make some agencies take a second look.
Apple's new iPhone lock could help with mobile security
The feature, called Activation Lock and expected with iOS 7 this fall, could reduce "Apple picking" while giving managers another security tool.
Christie projector puts Endeavour's final journey on the big screen
The company's Roadster DLP projector shows its strength in large settings.
Could movable, modular data centers be the future?
Units that can be added as needed can save on construction and engineering costs while giving agency IT staff flexibility.
How do gov data centers get more efficient? Let me count the ways.
Improving efficiency is more than eliminating servers, dimming the lights and turning down the AC. There are a lot of little, but important, steps you can take.
NASA employee mixes SVG format and, presto: Gov Webicons
Sean Herron uses the Scalable Vector Graphics format to solve a problem with website design and creates 41 open-source agency logos that scale to display at any size.
Panther laptop blurs the lines between portable and workstation
It's no lightweight, but for workers who need portability while running 3D, CAD and other powerful apps, the Panther is built for the job.
A powerful workstation for gamification, simulation apps
The Chronos Pro is the fastest workstation GCN has ever tested, which suits the kind of training apps agencies are adopting.
12 tactics to get the most out of data centers
At a conference focusing on management of federal data centers, Schneider Electric's Bob Massie spelled out a dozen areas to target.
Importance of managing mobile devices: It's not just talk
A recent survey shows the extent to which people use their smart phones for PC-like tasks, underscoring the necessity of integrating them into the enterprise.
Rugged tablet has the toughness, security features for field duty
GammaTech's Durabook TA10 meets a variety of MIL-STD and IP standards and can include a FIPS 201 fingerprint scanner for two-factor authentication.
ACL moves risk management to the cloud
The company’s governance, risk management and compliance package provides enterprisewide analysis in a SaaS model.
The best (and worst) influences on 30 years of government IT
From the IBM PC to apps on demand, and cyber threats to FISMA, our experts weigh in on the biggest influences — good and bad — of the past three decades.
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