April/May 2011
Features
Cover Story »
Most IT organizations understand the appeal of cloud computing, but many are still foggy on whether public or private clouds are right for them.
Technology advances have made it easier for vocational rehabilitation teams to find gainful employment for people with disabilities.
New state CIOs can find their way by following these five action items.
Government IT leaders share the secrets of implementing infrastructure that lasts long after it's paid for.
Departments
Tech Watch:
Battle of the Tablets
With a flood of options hitting the market, now's the time to prep your apps and network.
Tech Trends:
Everyone into the Pool
Virtualization delivers an efficient, cost-effective strategy to maximize storage capacity.
Tech Trends:
Security Becomes Smarter
Next-generation firewalls blend intrusion prevention, application control and centralized management.
Case Study:
The Panhandle's PRIDE
Law enforcement agencies across 26 counties combat crime with a new mobile data hub that facilitates data exchange and collaboration.
Product Review:
Quick and Affordable
The HP StorageWorks X1600 G2 fits the varied storage needs of small to medium-size organizations.
Best Practices:
An Upgraded Calling Plan
IT leaders divulge lessons learned when replacing legacy phones with VoIP.
Best Practices:
What Lies Beneath
Pennsylvania county conducts a security assessment exercise to learn where its vulnerabilities rest.
Opinion
Letter from the Editor:
Changing and Challenging Times
Public-sector IT leaders must place top priority on cost-cutting and operational efficiency.
