Open-source warfare: terrorists are leveraging information technology to organize, recruit, and learn - and the west is struggling to keep up
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The manner in which insurgent groups are sharing information and behaving bears a strong resemblance to the open-source movement in software development. The internet has enabled insurgents to adapt their methods of attack much faster than coalition troops can respond.
Publication Name: IEEE Spectrum
Subject: Engineering and manufacturing industries
ISSN: 0018-9235
Year: 2007
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Dying for data
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Methods of developing an electronic medical record system for United States are discussed. Its implications on health care improvement and cost reduction is also detailed.
Publication Name: IEEE Spectrum
Subject: Engineering and manufacturing industries
ISSN: 0018-9235
Year: 2006
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Spectral lines
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Hurricane Katrina has prompted engineers to mastermind the rebuilding of power transmission systems. Something good has been triggered by this catastrophe.
Publication Name: IEEE Spectrum
Subject: Engineering and manufacturing industries
ISSN: 0018-9235
Year: 2005
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