CIO Sam Nixon opens this month's edition of the VITA Service Bulletin with details about the Commonwealth Technology Business Plan process now underway in state government and opportunities for value to local government through shared opportunities. The January issue also includes statewide contracts to assist with accessibility compliance and new, free orthoimagery availability to government through the Virginia Geographic Information Network. 

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The Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center (MS-ISAC) is conducting a national K-12 poster contest. The goal of the contest is to engage young people in creating posters to encourage others to use the Internet safely and securely. Entries are due by Feb. 23 and the top three Virginia winners from each grade group will be entered into the national competition.

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The January issue of Information Security Tips provides consumers tips to stay safe on social networking sites. Cyber Security is a shared responsibility and that message has never been more appropriate. This newsletter provides information related to specific security standards for state employees and general information that home computer users will find valuable in protecting against cyber and information attacks.

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CIO Sam Nixon discusses 2012 challenges in the January issue of Network News. Other news includes the quarterly IT performance report, the Technology Business Plan, an update on IT infrastructure work, the Commonwealth’s GIS clearinghouse and upcoming meetings and training opportunities.

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