The other way around? This is another (very interesting) example of civil technologies that find military application. Why Does the Air Force Want Thousands of PlayStations?

Published about a month ago, Can small businesses help win the war? is an interesting article about how new -often small- descentralized businesses may help U.S. military to fight terrorism. If you didn't read it yet, do it now, some fresh ideas not only help military but also business entrepreneurs.