3e Technologies International, Inc., Announces 802.11i Enhancement to Their FIPS 140-2 Client Software That Has Been Verified to Work with Intel(R) Centrino(R) Mobile Technology Based Laptops Client Software for Mobile Computing in the Federal Sector.

ROCKVILLE, Md. -- 3e Technologies International, Inc. (3eTI) announced today that they have added 802.11i enhancements to their FIPS 140-2 Validated(TM) 3e-010F-C client. This enhancement has been verified to work with Intel(R) Centrino(R) mobile technology based laptops wireless client Intel(R) PRO/Wireless network manager. This new capability will work with 3eTI's FIPS 140-2 Validated(TM) platforms and clients to address current and anticipated security standards for Department of Defense (DoD) and Federal users.

"Increasingly users are buying laptops with Intel Centrino mobile technology which has built-in wireless communications; it is now the norm rather than the exception," said Kevin Quinn, Manager, Intel's Federal Sector Marketing Group. "The benefits of FIPS 140-2 and 802.11i will allow Government users to realize the full advantage of mobile computing in many existing wireless environments." According to Marlon Woolforde, Strategic Planning Manager in Intel's Wireless Networking Group, "The combination of 3eTI's crypto client software and Intel Centrino mobile technology based laptops enables the mobility and productivity our customers desire while achieving the rigorous federal security standards for sensitive communication." The FIPS 140-2 standard specifies security requirements that will be satisfied by a cryptographic module utilized within a security system protecting sensitive but unclassified information and is the benchmark where protection of data is essential, such as defense, healthcare, utility, and financial market segments.

This new wireless client for Intel(R) Centrino(R) mobile technology based laptops offers additional security, interoperability, and affordability and it provides advanced security features that include 128/192/256 bit AES, 802.11i, Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), and Dynamic Key Exchange (DKE). This solution has been successfully tested with major industry access points and wireless switches to ensure maximum interoperability. Additionally, this client supports multiple profiles allowing it to be used with different levels of security depending on the user's location. This includes non-FIPS modes that can be used in home offices and hot spots where a full FIPS environment is not available.

"The 3e-010F-C client is specifically designed for government and military notebook computer users who want to take advantage of the flexibility wireless networking offers while maintaining the highest level of security," says Steven Chen, President and CEO of 3eTI. He adds, "Our wireless solutions and technology roadmap are focused on providing leading edge wireless technology and standards for security and interoperability while maintaining affordability. Compatibility with Intel's Wi-Fi(R) and WiMAX technologies is essential to our strategy."

3eTI wireless LAN and mesh products have undergone rigorous testing and review through the DoD Information Technology Security Certification & Accreditation Process (DITSCAP), Navy Program Executive Office for C4I and Space PMW 160 Information Assurance risk assessment, and Naval Network Warfare Command approval to operate authorizing the U.S. Navy to use 3eTI wireless products aboard Navy ships. 3eTI's AirGuard(TM) 3e-525V video server and AirGuard(TM) 3e-525A wireless access point recently completed an evaluation at the U.S. Army's Technology Integration Center. Both products are now on the U.S. Army's Information Assurance Approved Products List.

About 3e Technologies International

3eTI is a leading provider of products, applications, and technology to build secure wireless infrastructure for indoor and outdoor applications in both benign and harsh environments. With solutions for mesh networking, RFID, video, PKI, remote sensors, and location-based context-aware systems; 3eTI serves government, industrial, and commercial users worldwide. 3eTI is active in standards bodies such as IEEE 802.11x and IEEE 1451.5 Wireless Sensor Networks (Chair). 3eTI is an Intel Capitol Portfolio Company. For more information about 3eTI, visit www.3eti.com or call [phone].

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