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New Fully Rugged, Pocket-sized GD2000 by General Dynamics Itronix Delivers Notebook-sized Computing Power
June 28, 2011SUNRISE, Fla. – General Dynamics Itronix introduces the new, fully rugged, pocket-sized GD2000. About the size of two stacked paperback books, the GD2000 provides the ultra-mobility of a handheld computer with the powerful performance of a full-sized notebook. The ideal combination of size, weight and power, the GD2000 weighs just over two pounds and comes equipped with the Intel® Ultra Low Voltage Core™ Solo processor, highly sensitive GPS and a 5.6-inch daylight-viewable DynaVue® touch-screen display.
Read full articleTait system brings improved coverage, reliability for San Luis Obispo
June 28, 2011San Luis Obispo, CA, emergency responders are benefiting from improved radio network coverage and reliability following the successful implementation of the City’s new public safety communications system from Tait Radio Communications, a global leader in providing radio solutions.
Read full articleIllinois agencies adopt Spillman for crime prevention, mapping
June 28, 2011Mt. Vernon, Ill. – June 16, 2011 – Two Illinois public safety agencies will use software from Spillman Technologies to combat crime in their growing city.
Read full articleESRI Director of Education Says Job Market for GIS Professionals is Strong and Growing
June 28, 2011AURORA, Colo. – June 23, 2011 – Technical professionals planning to earn a degree in geographic information systems (GIS) will want to familiarize themselves with international GIS technology firm ESRI. Known for creating geographic technology that connects cultures and societies, ESRI continues to demonstrate that the job market for true GIS professionals is strong and growing.
Read full articleURGENT: Immediate Action Is Needed on the D Block
June 23, 2011I need your help to call, e-mail and write Congressional Representative(s) to request them to support the allocation of D Block and funding to build out a state-of-the-art nationwide broadband network for first responders.
Read full articleLisa Figueredo Brings Pride to the Job at Miami-Dade FD
June 22, 2011Lisa Figueredo, a supervisor for the Miami-Dade (Fla.) Fire Rescue Department, discusses her experiences and work-life balance after 25 years on the job with the department.
Read full articleDispatcher Receives 9-1-1 Call on Own Son
June 22, 2011Rockton, Ill. — Tracy Wilson knew her 17-year-old son planned to go fishing at Rock Cut State Park with some friends after football practice. But when Wilson, a 9-1-1 dispatcher, received a call saying rescuers were needed at a nearby state park because a canoe had capsized, it didn’t occur to her to worry about her son.
Read full articleAt Poplawski Trial, Dispatcher Explains Lack of Gun Warning
June 22, 2011The Allegheny County 9-1-1 call-taker criticized for not relaying a gun warning to three police officers who were killed responding to a Stanton Heights call broke her silence on her actions on Monday. Shannon Basa-Sabol testified as the first witness in the capital case against Richard Poplawski.
Read full articleMan on Phone with 9-1-1 Wounds Officers Kicking in Door
June 22, 2011Dallas, Texas — As men tried to kick in the door, Steven Ray Jones begged a 9-1-1 operator to quickly send the police. Jones, believing the attackers who critically injured his cousin had returned, opened fire as the door to the Pleasant Grove apartment flew open. But it wasn’t the bad guys. It was the police.
Read full articleNorthCom Event Aims to Solve Disaster Communication Issues
June 22, 2011By Tom Roeder, The Gazette Original publication date: June 19, 2011 Colorado Springs, Colo. — U.S. Northern Command has wrapped…
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