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Come Join Us at Booth #1010

At the beginning of the year we like to showcase a few larger upcoming trade shows where visitors may visit our booth and learn about the comprehensive portfolio of NSC and partner solutions. Today we are talking about AFCEA West, which will take place Feb. 6-8 at the San Diego Convention Center.

West is the premier naval conference and exposition on the west coast, now in its 28th year. Co-sponsored by AFCEA International and the U.S. Naval Institute, West is one of the most popular events where the makers of platforms and technology innovators network, discuss and demonstrate leading solutions in a single place. One highlight of West is a town hall discussion among the Chief of Naval Operations, the Marine Corps Commandant and Coast Guard Commandant. In addition to the main program, there are Engagement Theaters, which are smaller, more intimate venues where military and industry professionals discuss hot topics and issues.

Make plans now to meet up with us at West!

NCS is an important presence at the show, anchored by Booth #1010 and a staff of NCS and partner professionals on hand to answer any of your inquiries about the latest PC technologies, rugged computing and desktop virtualization.

NCS is featuring HP solutions at the show, including the HP EliteBook 840, which delivers security, manageability and performance in an ultrathin design. The EliteBook 840 handles the most demanding tasks with streamlined efficiency and enterprise-class performance, comprehensive security and a refined collaboration experience. Also at the NCS booth, the HP Pro x2 612 tablet strikes the right balance of mobility, durability and security in a device that is designed to last. Ideal for challenging environments, this versatile detachable PC lets you work the want you want.

Speaking of challenging environments, we are also featuring Getac rugged products at Booth #1010.

Protecting Government Data With SecureView

A review of data breach incidents shows that foreign intelligence agencies remain focused on penetrating U.S. government organizations. Russia's ongoing hacking of U.S. assets are related to the historical competition between the two nations going back to the beginning of the Cold War. But Russia is not the only worry, as there are also worrisome hacking incidents tied to the Chinese People's Liberation Army and the China Ministry of State Security. From that part of the world North Korea also presents challenges. Close U.S. ally South Korea claims that North Korea pilfered classified military secrets tied to joint South Korea--U.S. operational plans. Finally, Iran remains a headache, and is linked to multiple malware and espionage incidents, in particular the hacking group that the company FireEye calls Advanced Persistent Threat 33.

U.S. government agencies must remain vigilant against all hacking threats, both known and unknown. And threats are real. Agencies that have been victimized include the National Security Agency, the National Archives and Records Administration, the Department of Veterans Affairs, the Office of Personnel Management, the U.S. Postal Service, and the Internal Revenue Service.

SecureView government security, offered by NCS, helps locks down government secrets. It particularly addresses the need to protect employee acess to multiple protected networks from one workstation or PC.

Government and military are using virtualization tools at the desktop to most effeciently access these networks. SecureView, developed by the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) and implemented by NCS, is the virtualization solution of choice.

Office Workers Benefit From Mobile Virtualization

During this holiday season it is axiomatic that there doesn't seem to be enough time available to get all the work done. As we all know, work demands do not necessarily stop just because we are out shopping late or making the rounds of holiday parties. When workers need to get do an office task on the fly, they still need to ensure that, no matter where they are, their virtualized end point is secure and functionally equivalent in performance to a standard notebook PC.

Laptop virtualization powered by zero client technology has proved to be the superior way to deliver the most secure and productive user experience available to mobile workers. From the perspective of the IT administrator, zero client end points have also proven to improve manageability and reduce cost of ownership.

From the Desktop to the Data Center

For nearly five years NCS Technologies has been a global leader in desktop virtualization innovation. This blog will discuss our virtualized end point solutions, how they can be used in offices or out in the field, and how we partner with Getac and HP Enterprise to give us the reach to solve any customer problem.

NCS Technologies packages sophisticated rugged and Virtual Desktop IT Infrastructure (VDI) to support the need of the military and first responders to have rapid deployment to the field. The need to be nimble and flexible to respond to military hotspots is obvious. And the just past hurricane season also reinforces the need for rapid, flexible response for civilian agencies.

With NCS Deployable Infrastructure Solutions, NCS has designed and built a packaged IT infrastructure capability to meet practically any need.

Deployable VDI Workgroup

From a VDI perspective, NCS offers hyper-converged back-end solutions and patent-protected virtualized NCS end points intelligently integrated into rugged transit cases. The cases are capable of supporting large numbers of clients in the field without losing centralized control while simultaneously delivering easy maintenance. This approach also simplifies the IT aspects of the reset process that must occur upon returning from deployments. The Deployable VDI Workgroup solution gives the flexibility to easily and quickly change client images to support multiple applications and specific use case scenarios. The NCS zero client notebooks in this solution contain no data making them far more secure than traditional rich clients. A basic configuration includes 1 high quality magnesium alloy Getac X500 Ultra-Rugged Server platform and 7 Cirrus family zero client notebooks.

Protecting Government Data Is a Daily Challenge

As the year is drawing to a close, it's important to recognize that protecting IT data remains one of the most important tasks in the workplace. Data breaches involve many different circumstances, but the loss of government data is always significant - and painful. Well known data breaches have victimized the National Security Agency, the U.S. voter database, the National Archives and Records Administration, the Department of Veterans Affairs, the Office of Personnel Management, the U.S. Postal Service, and the Internal Revenue Service.

Circumstances involving each data breach have been different. This blog addressed good security hygiene at the desktop level, where workers routinely access  information networks. Examples of protected information networks include NIPRNet (private IP network), SIPRNet (classified), and JWICS (top secret). 

More and more, the government and military are using virtualization tools at the desktop to most effeciently access these networks. Today, this is most effeciently done through SecureView, developed by the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) and implemented by NCS Technologies.

See You at Booth #92

The 2017 Alamo AFCEA Chapter Event (Alamo ACE) has opened at the La Cantera Resort in San Antonio.  This event brings together more than 1,600 military and industry leaders in cyber, ISR, medical IT and education/training for three days of keynote presentations, panel discussions and networking.

NCS is promoting a broad range of technologies including the HP Elitebook 840, Getac rugged solutions and NCS' patented and award-winning desktop virtualization solutions.  NCS has an extremely close working relationship with HP to serve many government agencies and branches of the military. In addition, NCS been one of the largest resellers of Getac products in the world and is the recognized rugged expert for military applications. NCS and Getac are promoting many products, including the rugged Getac RX10 tablet.

The RX10 has the latest Intel Core M processors, providing great mobile performance, fast responsiveness and amazing battery life. With a 10.1 inch full  HD widescreen display and IP65 and MIL-STD 810G certification, this tablet is a perfect solution for any mission critical work environment.

Other rugged products on display include the Getac S410 semi rugged notebook, the F110 fully rugged tablet and the B300 ultra rugged notebook.

In addition, all the military branches are interested in the patented and innovative NCS desktop virtualization solutions. Our desktop, mobile and portable zero client end points lead the industry in manageability, reduced cost of ownership and improved security. Event attendees are participating in demonstrations of all of our products and have been very eager to learn more about our broad portfolio of solutions.

Please Join Us at Booth 92

The 2017 Alamo AFCEA Chapter Event (Alamo ACE) begins today (with trade show activity kicking off tomorrow) at the La Cantera Resort, 16641 La Cantera Parkway, San Antonio, Texas.  This event brings together more than 1,600 military and industry leaders in cyber, ISR, medical IT and education/training for three days of keynote presentations, panel discussions and information sharing, and a trade show.

Attendees connect with key personnel from area military and government agencies, while AFCEA provides the forum for vendors. It is an opportunity to meet potential partners representing the very Top Tier IT and Cyber companies. The program includes three days of expert panels, leading keynote speakers and good opportunities for professional engagement.

At Alamo ACE NCS is showcasing a broad range of technologies including the HP Elitebook 840, key Getac rugged solutions and NCS' patented and award-winning desktop virtualization solutions.  NCS has an extremely close working relationship with HP to serve many government agencies and branches of the military. Historically, NCS been one of the largest resellers of Getac products in the world and is the recognized rugged expert for military applications. At this event NCS and Getac wil be promoting many products, including the rugged Getac RX10 tablet.

The RX10 has the latest Intel Core M processors, providing great mobile performance, fast responsiveness and amazing battery life. With a 10.1 inch full  HD widescreen display and IP65 and MIL-STD 810G certification, this tablet is a perfect solution for any mission critical work environment.

Other rugged products being showcased include the Getac S410 semi rugged notebook, the F110 fully rugged tablet and the B300 ultra rugged notebook.

In addition, we are very pleased by the heavy interest this week by all the military branches in the patented and innovative NCS desktop virtualization solutions. Our desktop, mobile and portable zero client end points lead the industry in manageability, reduced cost of ownership and improved security. Event attendees are participating in demonstrations of all of our products and have been very eager to learn more about our broad portfolio of solutions.

NCS Is At Table #1

TechNet Asia-Pacific, the largest trade show and event in the Pacific Rim focused on regional defense issues, is in its final day.  Co-sponsored by AFCEA International and AFCEA Hawaii, the event is held at the Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki.

We have noted in earlier blogs how at this show NCS is partnering with Getac to promote all aspects of rugged computing for the military. For instance, we are promoting the new MX50 fully secure, wearable tablet, the V110 fully rugged convertible, the S410 semi rugged notebook and the F110 fully rugged tablet.

But we are also very pleased by the heavy interest this week by all the military branches in the patented and innovative NCS desktop virtualization solutions. Our desktop, mobile and portable zero client end points lead the industry in manageability, reduced cost of ownership and improved security. Event attendees are participating in demonstrations of all of our products and have been very eager to learn more about our broad portfolio of solutions.

Stop By NCS and Getac at Table #1

TechNet Asia-Pacific is the largest trade show and event in the Pacific Rim focused on regional defense issues.  Held at the Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki, the show is co-sponsored by AFCEA International and AFCEA Hawaii. NCS is partnering with Getac at TechNet to promote all aspects of rugged computing for the military. NCS has traditionally been one of the largest resellers of Getac products in the world and is the recognized rugged expert for military applications.

At the booth NCS is also promoting its extensive portfolio of desktop virtualization solutions. As you might expect, on the Opening Day much of the activity was focused on the NCS-Getac rugged solutions. For instance, there was strong interest in the new MX50 battle ready, fully secure, wearable tablet. The MX50 is designed for tactical operations and true field computing.

With a sunlight readable 5.7 inch display, Intel Atom X5 processor, and compact, chest-mounted design, the MX50 has the ideal size, weight and power for rugged yet mobile military applications. It is compact and lightweight, weighing in at less than one pound, and its size and weight deliver unrestricted movement and versatility.

Other rugged products being showcased include the Getac V110 fully rugged convertible, the S410 semi rugged notebook and the F110 fully rugged tablet.

The V110 drew a lot of attention this morning as a compact and lightweight fully rugged convertible that quickly transforms from an 11.6 inch display notebook to a tablet computer.

The S410 semi rugged notebook is a crowd pleaser because it delivers landmark performance, security, customization and durability in a thin form factor. It is available with an 8th Generation Intel Core i7 processor, impressive security tools and multi-factor authentication and customization features to fit any workflow.

While dependable rugged solutions kept traffic at the booth strong, many people are also wanting to know more about the NCS desktop virtualization portfolio. They are learning that the NCS designed and patented zero client end points lead the industry in manageability, reduced cost of ownership and improved security.