Lessons from the fall of the Windows monopoly

Remember when the Justice Department accused Microsoft of being a monopoly? Well, those days are long over, and the rapid change in technology speaks volumes about the market, as well as where companies should focus their priorities.

DISA soon to release RFP for $427M hybrid cloud contract

DISA's RFP release for its $427 million Enterprise Storage Services contract is right around the corner, with the RFP expected to hit this week.

IDC Government Insights releases cloud forecast for post-fiscal 2014

IDC Government Insights has released a forecast that examines the cloud computing spending in federal IT contracting.

IBM acquires Israeli cloud firm

In a move to deepen its cloud capabilities, IBM has acquired Computing Solutions Leaders, an Israel-based cloud firm. It's the second cloud deal in a month for Big Blue.

Amazon certification program builds partner network

Amazon develops training program which includes a cloud certification to make smarter partners and build an infrastructure for growth in the federal market.

Shift to solutions fuels Verizon success

As government agencies cut costs and look for efficiencies, Verizon public sector sees growth opportunities and contrat wins increase.

Dell buyout plan wins key endorsement

Michael Dell's plan to take Dell Inc. private moves forward, but winning final approval is just the beginning of what will be a long, hard journey.

Inside HP's NGEN team

HP Enterprise Services didn't win the $3.5 billion Navy NGEN contract all by its lonesome. We've got the details behind the roles and responsibilities of its largest teammates.

Do you have a commercial tech strategy?

If you don't, you're putting your business at risk. The use of commercial technology in the government is growing, and many companies are adapting their strategies to take advantage of a trend that is here to stay.

Five steps to make FedRAMP work for you

Don't skimp on preparation for the FedRAMP process. It might get painful, but these five steps are critical to successully working through the process.

What kind of strategic boost does FedRAMP give HP and Lockheed?

Earlier this month, Lockheed Martin and HP got tapped for the government's FedRAMP program, but what do the two players have to say about it?

GDIT wins UK cloud certification

General Dynamics is now on the United Kingdom Government Procurement Service's G-Cloud iii framework agreement, through which it can sell cloud services to government agencies in Britian.

Unisys nabs $44M task order to move Interior financial system to the cloud

Unisys has won a $44 million task order with the Interior Department to move its financial and business management system to the cloud.

Holistic cloud approach could mitigate security risks

Cloud computing can be synonymous with security risks, but a holistic approach can lessen some of the danger.

Cloud making its way into the classroom

Cloud computing is huge within corporate communities, but now it's also making headway into classrooms.

CenturyLink subsidiary acquires small cloud firm

In a move to bulk up the cloud capabilities of its Savvis subsidiary, CenturyLink has acquired AppFog.

Still unclear where cloud fits into health IT

Cloud might make EHRs and other health-related data more efficient, but security is always a looming issue.

NSA scandal hurts cloud movement

The rise in cloud adoption is taking a hit due to the recent NSA surveillance scandal. The movement's protestors now have a lot of fuel in their fires.

What are the top 10 cloud myths?

With all the buzz around the cloud, there many mistruths floating around. Forbes came out with a list that debunks the top 10 myths about cloud computing.

Three steps to help you to the cloud

The benefits of the cloud might be clear, but the changes needed to reap those benefits are often misunderstood.