Title :
Hurricane Katrina reveals strengths of emerging technologies
Abstract :
Wireless broadband has filled the communication gap for rescue workers before the return of land- and cellular-based technologies. These high-speed Internet connections are carrying voice and data for crews working in New Orleans and the Biloxi-Gulfport areas hardest hit by Hurricane Katrina.
Keywords :
Internet; emergency services; integrated voice/data communication; storms; telecommunication computing; Hurricane Katrina; high-speed Internet connections; voice and data communication; wireless broadband; Computer networks; Data security; FCC; IP networks; Information analysis; Information systems; Standards development; Standards organizations; Terrorism; Web and internet services;
Journal_Title :
IT Professional
DOI :
10.1109/MITP.2005.119
