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How Wi-Fi 7 Can Facilitate State and Local Government Operations

State Tech Magazine

Using the 6-gigahertz spectrum that the Federal Communications Commission has opened up for unlicensed use, Wi-Fi 7, the next generation of wireless technology, is primed to offer a nimble, consistent experience across networks and devices. While Wi-Fi 7 can operate on the previously accessible 2.4-

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Radio Communication’s Role in an Era of Climate Instability

State Tech Magazine

When Hurricane Helene took out power and cellular communication across western North Carolina, first responders were able to stay connected using the state’s VIPER system, a radio infrastructure that leverages Motorola’s ASTRO P25 radio systems. Many are upgrading their…

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Virtualizing satellite communication operations with AWS

AWS Public Sector Blog

The complexity of spacecraft operations has sky-rocketed with increased orbital activity and new satellite capabilities, like the ability to reconfigure capacity, power, and coverage on demand. Despite these advances, satellite communications (satcom) operators still find it challenging to scale and adapt to this new complexity on the ground.

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State and Local Governments Use the Shared Responsibility Model for Cyber Resilience

State Tech Magazine

Cyberattacks targeting state and local power grids, communication systems, transportation networks, and other critical U.S. Attacks range from ransomware and data breaches to more insidious cyber espionage, resulting in severe operational disruptions and substantial financial implications.

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A Guide For City Managers & CAOs to Achieve Operational Excellence

This guide addresses the unique operational challenges faced by smaller municipalities, such as limited resources, budget constraints, and diverse community needs. By leveraging digital tools, City Managers and Municipal Chief Administrative Officers (CAOs) can streamline workflows, enhance communication, and improve service delivery.

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AWS announces Satellite Resiliency for AWS Outposts

AWS Public Sector Blog

“With Satellite Resiliency for AWS Outposts we are able provide extra local resiliency to customers in government and highly regulated industries like banking who need highly resilient services that can continue to operate even if there is limited local connectivity back to the AWS Region,” said Hlöðver Thor, CEO of AWS Partner Andes.

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Transforming student communications: How Dallas College modernized its call center with AWS

AWS Public Sector Blog

Dramatic efficiency gains and faster student communications The implementation of Amazon Connect delivered significant improvements to the efficiency and responsiveness of Dallas Colleges call center operations. Connect enables us to better manage our telephone call volumes and save students time and energy.

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Holiday Safety Tips for Municipal Operations

The holiday season brings joy and celebration, but it also introduces unique challenges for municipal operations. From ensuring safe snow removal and managing icy sidewalks to organizing festive events and addressing increased community needs, municipalities play a critical role in keeping residents safe and operations running smoothly.