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Precast concrete fence resists bullets yet is attractive (with related video)

Superior Concrete Products’ (SCP) solid barrier and fence panels have been strengthened. They protect vulnerable equipment, infrastructure projects and personnel from sniper bullets.

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How government can defend against advanced DDoS attacks

Sahba Kazerooni, managing director of Toronto, Ontario-based Security Compass, talks about the dangers of cyber attacks to government agencies.

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Cloud-based computing technology is on government shopping lists

Government administrators (local, state federal) are planning to buy technology in the next 18 months, based on the results of an exclusive survey of readers of Penton magazines. Cloud-based computing and technology that enables cost reduction are at the top of the list.

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IT managers: Mine the Deep Web for security gaps (with related video)

Charles Tendell, founder & CEO of Azorian Cyber Security, tells how his firm responds to data breaches and works to enhance the data security of its clients. The Azorian company works with local and federal agencies.

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Gallery: GovSec conference spotlights all kinds of security products

The GovSec conference, recently staged in Washington, D.C., showcased law enforcement technology, facility security products, threat detectors and much more. Here is a brief look at some of the GovSec products that GPN described in the April issue.

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Security technology and resources converge at 2014 GovSec (with related video)

Here is a preview of the 2014 GovSec conference that takes place May 13 and 14 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C.

Best practices in video surveillance

Here are some guidelines that can help state and local governments decide which IP-based video surveillance system to purchase.

GovSec 2012: It’s all about securing and protecting

Combating terrorism and cybercrime, as well as critical infrastructure protection, will be the focus of the 11th annual Government Security Expo & Conference (GovSec) featuring the U.S. Law Enforcement Conference & Exposition. The event, which includes attendees in law enforcement, government administration and technology, takes place at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington from April 2-4.

Rigorous tests prove security of perimeter fencing

Imagine a 15,000-pound truck slamming into a fence at 50 miles per hour (mph) — and not penetrating the fence more than 3 feet. Ameristar Fence Products’ Stalwart anti-ram barrier system recently survived a test of that severity and has met the requirements of the F2656 standard from ASTM International.

Garden State inks deal for security equipment and services

New Jersey has joined a four-year cooperative procurement agreement with the National Joint Powers Alliance, that will allow state and municipal agencies, school districts and public colleges and universities to directly purchase security services and equipment from ADT Security Services.

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Article

Precast concrete fence resists bullets yet is attractive (with related video)

Article

How government can defend against advanced DDoS attacks

Article

Cloud-based computing technology is on government shopping lists

Article

IT managers: Mine the Deep Web for security gaps (with related video)

Article

Gallery: GovSec conference spotlights all kinds of security products

Article

Security technology and resources converge at 2014 GovSec (with related video)

Best practices in video surveillance

GovSec 2012: It’s all about securing and protecting

Rigorous tests prove security of perimeter fencing

Garden State inks deal for security equipment and services

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