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Karen Wilkinson

Karen is a former staff writer for Government Technology magazine.

News

Pet Poop Fueling City Park Light, Sparks Conversation

Science and art meet to provide alternative waste disposal method, which in turn is powering a gas-burning lamppost.

September 14, 2010
· Karen Wilkinson
Digital Communities

New York City to Test Wireless Social Bicycle System

Citing infrastructure costs as obstacle, Social Bicycle System founder taps wireless technologies to fuel communications.

August 17, 2010
· Karen Wilkinson
Archive

Web Search Is the New King of Government Portals

Citizens want better website search functionality and social media prioritized by government agencies.

August 12, 2010
· Karen Wilkinson
Archive

California Is Latest State to Ponder Regulating Online Politics

Just like TV and print ads, Internet-based campaigning should be held to same disclosure requirements, watchdog says.

August 12, 2010
· Karen Wilkinson
Justice and Public Safety

Orlando International Airport to Get Remote Baggage Screening Upgrade

Baggage screening system commonly used by hotel and resort travelers to be remodeled, get new equipment with $23 million in American Recovery and Reinvestment Act funds.

August 12, 2010
· Karen Wilkinson
Digital Communities

Public-Use Electric Vehicle Quick-Charge Station Opens in Portland, Ore.

First of its kind in nation, vehicles can charge in 20 to 30 minutes in a local parking garage.

August 12, 2010
· Karen Wilkinson
Digital Communities

California Cities and Counties Mandated to Disclose Public Employees' Salaries

From lifeguards to police chiefs, State Controller's Office expands reporting requirements, wages to be posted online this November.

August 12, 2010
· Karen Wilkinson
Justice and Public Safety

Desktop Virtualization in Denton, Texas, Saves Money, Gives Employees Mobility

Patrol officers can file reports from the field via remote desktop; city replaces desktop PCs with cube-shaped devices.

August 05, 2010
· Karen Wilkinson
Archive

Maryland Social Media Campaign Rules Take Effect

As election primary looms, Maryland "is leading the way for the rest of the country," Facebook says.

August 04, 2010
· Karen Wilkinson
Emerging Tech

Practical iPhone Apps

Top iPhone apps for the IT-minded.

August 03, 2010
· Karen Wilkinson