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Government IT refers to the use of information technology (IT) by governments to deliver public services, manage their operations, and make decisions.Government application hosting is the process of storing and delivering government applications to users. This can be done on-premises or in the cloud. IT Reseller articles relating to IT in Government & Finance, IT Infrastructure ,Cloud Services, SaaS, Outsourcing, Extranet, Intranet, WiFi, Wireless LAN (WLAN) solutions.
What will close the Cyber and Network Security Skills Gap?
Aug 30, 2017
By Alistair Hartrup, CEO Network Critical.
All of us rely on secure financial management systems. Whenever we do online banking, we trust that the server is safe from hackers. There is usually no need to ponder the system that protects our virtual finances, but these systems are always on high alert.
Is an online Degree a good route into an IT career?
Aug 25, 2017
There are lots of reasons to want to work in technology – it is fast paced, can be well paid, and if you have a passion for innovation it can also be really rewarding.
Cross site scripting, weak authentication and TLS still head up critical threats
Aug 24, 2017
Cross Site Scripting, Weak Authentication and TLS (Transport Layer Security) configuration still account for over 60% of high and critical vulnerabilities in web applications, according to new findings by Context Information Security published today.
How data is changing the IT industry
Aug 24, 2017
By James Daniels, freelance writer.
Data comes in many different forms and is something we encounter every day, even though we might not be aware of it. Most of us are also generating tremendous volumes of data without ever realising it.
HyperGrid expands customer base, partners and VMware support in advance of VMworld
Aug 23, 2017
HyperGrid, the Enterprise Cloud-as-a-Service solutions provider, has announced the expansion of its partnerships, customer base and hypervisor support.
SnapRoute and Canonical create new switch stack for network operators
Aug 23, 2017
SnapRoute and Canonical have announced an integrated network stack, creating a rock solid software foundation for white-box and brite-box switch deployments in large environments.
Webroot acquires Securecast
Aug 16, 2017
Webroot, the endpoint security, network security and threat intelligence solutions provider, has acquired the assets of Securecast, a security awareness training platform. Building on Securecast, Webroot Security Awareness Training will give managed service providers (MSPs) and businesses a solution to reduce the risks and costs of phishing, ransomware and other cyber threats with end-user education.
Kaminario announces new class of all-flash storage solutions based on NVMe
Aug 16, 2017
Kaminario has announced two new products – Kaminario K2.N and Kaminario Flex. K2.N is an extension of Kaminario's all-flash array platform leveraging the high performance of emerging NVMe (Non-Volatile Memory Express) technologies and Flex is a platform for managing and orchestrating composable storage infrastructure.
Alert Logic releases 2017 Cloud Security Report
Aug 16, 2017
Alert Logic, provider of Security-as-a-Service solutions for the cloud, has announced the availability of its 2017 Cloud Security Report.
Government IT
Government IT, or government information technology, refers to the use of information technology (IT) by government agencies to deliver public services, manage their operations, and make decisions. Government IT can include a wide range of applications, such as:
- E-government services, such as online tax filing, online voting, and online permit applications
- Enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, which help government agencies manage their finances, human resources, and other resources
- Cybersecurity systems, which protect government agencies from cyberattacks
- Data analytics systems, which help government agencies make better decisions by analyzing data
Government IT is a critical part of the modern government. It helps governments to be more efficient, effective, and responsive to the needs of citizens. However, government IT also faces a number of challenges, such as:
- Legacy systems that are outdated and difficult to maintain
- Security risks, such as cyberattacks
- Lack of skilled IT workers
Government application hosting
There are a number of benefits to hosting government applications in the cloud, including:
- Scalability: Cloud-based applications can be scaled up or down as needed, which can save government agencies money.
- Reliability: Cloud providers offer a high level of reliability, which can help to ensure that government applications are always available.
- Security: Cloud providers offer a variety of security features, which can help to protect government data.
However, there are also some challenges to hosting government applications in the cloud, including:
- Security: Cloud providers are a target for hackers, so it is important to choose a provider with strong security measures in place.
- Compliance: Government agencies must comply with a variety of regulations, which can make it difficult to move applications to the cloud.
- Cost: Cloud hosting can be more expensive than on-premises hosting, depending on the specific needs of the government agency.
