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Virtual learning

Virtual learning gets second wind from Second Life

3-D worlds and other tools provide new ways to accomplish old goals.

Dark technology

Risks bedevil new technologies

Among their benefits, technology advances can bring new concerns and security issues.

Swine flu response elevates health IT

Polictical awareness now could spur faster growth in the future.

Kelman: Rethinking fixed-price contracting

It makes sense to convert some work to fixed-price contracts, but agencies will need more acquisition staff.

Latest Updates

Stimulus money site pressed for time
The Recovery.gov Web site for tracking economic stimulus law funds is racing to meet an October deadline, official says. May 06, 2009
Does RFID present privacy risks?
Some privacy advocates are concerned that thieves could steal information from RFID-enabled credentials, but others say the fears are overblown. May 05, 2009
IG: Clearly define Alliant's scope May 05, 2009
HHS uses widgets and live blogging May 05, 2009
Military leaders embrace idea of cyber command May 05, 2009
Experts: Workforce needs cybersecurity awareness May 05, 2009
Industry group pushing for cybersecurity chief May 04, 2009

Government Computer News

Defense Systems

DAVID RAPP

Editor's desk: Virtual double take

Our cover story on virtual training applications like Second Life may cause some readers to scratch their heads and say, “Wha...?” Read more

Gracia

JAIME GRACIA

Gracia: Government needs wide net to recruit talent

Business schools could be great source for the acquisition workforce. Read more

John Monroe

FCW Insider

FCW Insider: A Consumer Reports for contracting officials?

Some government contractors might address problems more quickly if negative performance reports were available to the public, a reader says.

The Lectern

Another visit from China Future Leader students

Professor finds Chinese students uninterested in government work, with images of Americans based on TV and movies, not newspapers or books.

Get a Life!

Get a Life: Recognizing public service

From awards and exhibits to Web 2.0 discussions, this is the week to recognize public service, writes blogger Judy Welles.

John Klossner

John Klossner

Making Stuff Up

FCW cartoonist John Klossner shares his tips for creativity and innovation.

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Obama scores high marks on transparency, watchdog group says

Industry group pushing for cybersecurity chief

Obama administration joins Facebook

Security concerns hold back social networking

Virtual learning gets second wind from Second Life

The hidden force in acquisition

Economic stimulus IT forum draws more than 2,500 participants

Swine flu response elevates health IT

Obama scores high marks on transparency, watchdog group says

OPM prods agencies to speed telework

Highlights from the current issue

Virtual learning gets second wind from Second Life

3-D worlds and other tools provide new ways to accomplish old goals. Read more
Swine flu response elevates health IT
The hidden force in acquisition
Risks bedevil new technologies
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eSeminar

Using and sharing the military's worldwide EHR
GCN will present Capt. (Select) Michael Weiner, chief medical officer for the Defense Health Information Management System, in an eseminar at 2 p.m. Wednesday, April 29, where he will speak about the Military Health System’s electronic health record, AHLTA. Read more

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