Archive for January, 2008

Information Searches That Solve Problems

Thursday, January 3rd, 2008

New Pew/Internet Report:

There are several major findings in this report. One is this: For help with a variety of common problems, more people turn to the internet than consult experts or family members to provide information and resources.

Another key insight is that members of Gen Y (age 18-30) are the leading users of libraries for help solving problems and in more general patronage. (more…)

Homeland Security Digital Library - December 2007

Thursday, January 3rd, 2008

Every two weeks, the Homeland Security Digital Library identifies “Critical Releases in Homeland Security,” a targeted collection of recently-released documents that are expected to influence homeland security policy & strategy development. What’s Wrong with Fusion Centers?
American Civil Liberties Union

Recommended Security Controls for Federal Information Systems: Revision 2 [December 2007]
National Institute of Standards and Technology (U.S.)

Political Interference with Climate Change Science under the Bush Administration: United States House of Representatives, Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, December 2007 [Final Report]
United States. Congress. House. Committee on Oversight and Government Reform

Beyond Assistance: The HELP Commission Report on Foreign Assistance Reform
United States. Commission on Helping to Enhance the Livelihood of People

Basic Guidance for Public Information Officers (PIOs): National Incident Management System (NIMS)
United States. Federal Emergency Management Agency