Category: On the Homefront – the HSDL Blog
Department Of Homeland Security Plans Smart Seals For Containers Link to story in Government Computer News: http://www.gcn.com/vol1_no1/daily-updates/24318-1.html Article formerly posted at https://www.hsdl.org/blog/newpost/view/s_156
Info-Cop software enables real-time wireless communication between public safety agencies across the nation. The software provides real-time access to local, state, and federal crime databases over wireless networks. It’s compatible with numerous wireless networks and allows agencies to instantly share information. As a result, this helps reduce risk in potentially...
This article describes how some federal and state IT managers are dealing with cybersecurity with limited funding available. http://www.fcw.com/supplements/homeland/2003/sup4/hom-solutions-12-01-03.asp Article formerly posted at https://www.hsdl.org/blog/newpost/view/s_154
There still exists gaps in the nation’s ability to analyze and share intelligence according to a new report from the Markle foundation. The report calls for the government to make a fundamental shift from its culture of limited access and secrecy and to create a network of information sharing. Details...
With the Supreme Court closer to reviewing the detainee policy of the Patriot Act, civil liberty groups have found an ally in one of its main architects. Concerned of the lack of due process, Viet Dinh has voiced his concern of what constitutes an enemy combatant and what the judicial...
With airplanes still regarded as a potential terrorist’s weapon, Mr. Tom Ridge has voiced his support for the air marshal program despite a GAO report somewhat critical of the program. Details can be found at http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/articles/A14633-2003Nov25.html Article formerly posted at https://www.hsdl.org/blog/newpost/view/s_151