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Cloud Computing In Government: From Google Apps to Nuclear Warfare
John Foley from InformationWeek discusses cloud computing in government
Mar. 3, 2009 05:15 PM
Today, I want to thank John Foley of InformationWeek for an enjoyable interview and his excellent post, Cloud Computing In Government: From Google Apps To Nuclear Warfare.
Our discussion covered cloud-bursting at sea by battleship groups, satellite imagery, and open source software development.
Please read his post and comment on other examples of government use of cloud computing.
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About Kevin JacksonKevin Jackson is currently an Engineering Fellow with NJVC, one of the largest information technology solutions providers supporting the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD). Prior to this position, he served in various senior management positions including VP, Dataline LLC, Director Federal for Sirius Computer Solutions and Worldwide Sales Executive for IBM. His formal education includes MSEE (Computer Engineering), MA National Security & Strategic Studies and a BS Aerospace Engineering. Jackson graduated from the United States Naval Academy in 1979 and retired from the US Navy earning specialties in Space Systems Engineering, Airborne Logistics and Airborne Command and Control. He also served with the National Reconnaissance Office, Operational Support Office, providing tactical support to Navy and Marine Corps forces worldwide. Kevin is the founder and author of “
Cloud Musings”, a widely followed blog that focuses on the use of cloud computing by the Federal government. He is also the editor and founder of
“Government Cloud Computing” electronic magazine, published at
Ulitzer.com.
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