AlphaShield Inc. Releases Internet Privacy Protection Device for Consumers and Small Offices That Utilize High-Speed Internet Connections.Business Editors/High-Tech Writers BURNABY, British Columbia--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 25, 2002 AlphaShield Eliminates the Security Risk Associated With "Always-On" Internet Connections AlphaShield Inc. today announced the launch of AlphaShield, an Internet privacy Internet privacy consists of privacy over the media of the Internet: the ability to control what information one reveals about oneself over the Internet, and to control who can access that information. protection device that protects consumers and SOHO Soho (sōhō`, sə–), district of Westminster, London, England, known for its continental restaurants. Once a fashionable quarter, it became popular among writers and artists in the 19th cent. users with "always on" broadband Internet See broadband. connections from outside security breaches. Without protection, today's broadband consumers are highly vulnerable to hacker attacks, identity theft and breaches of privacy. AlphaShield is a plug & play product that requires no set-up, no configuration and no maintenance and provides the highest level of security available today for consumers. AlphaShield Inc. incorporated the following three unique technologies to make the product a viable consumer and SOHO security solution. Together, the device's features conceal the computer's IP address from outsiders, maintain user control of information in and out of the PC and automatically disconnect the computer when there is no user activity. -- Stealth IP makes the computer invisible to others surfing the Internet by placing the IP address onto the AlphaShield which blocks all unauthorized access. -- Real-time Packet Authorization(TM) (RPA) technology inspects all packets of information and allows only the requested inquiry to enter the computer. -- AlphaGAP(TM) technology stops all malicious attacks directed to the computer through a seamless Intelligent Disconnection/Reconnection process. "High-speed Internet See broadband. connections are being rapidly adopted by consumers and small businesses, but most don't realize that these 'always-on' connections make them vulnerable to a number of security breaches, from Trojans to identity theft," says Paul Prade, president of AlphaShield. "AlphaShield provides even the most non-technical consumers and SOHOs with a zero administration Internet privacy protection device." AlphaShield Inc. is also partnering with Internet service providers Internet service provider (ISP) Company that provides Internet connections and services to individuals and organizations. For a monthly fee, ISPs provide computer users with a connection to their site (see data transmission), as well as a log-in name and password. in the United States United States, officially United States of America, republic (2005 est. pop. 295,734,000), 3,539,227 sq mi (9,166,598 sq km), North America. The United States is the world's third largest country in population and the fourth largest country in area. and Canada, to provide an additional revenue stream and a way to fulfill customer demand for a secure broadband solution. "As consumers and small business owners become more educated on the security risks involved with 'always-on' Internet access See how to access the Internet. , demand increases for an ISP (1) See in-system programmable. (2) (Internet Service Provider) An organization that provides access to the Internet. Connection to the user is provided via dial-up, ISDN, cable, DSL and T1/T3 lines. that can offer its customers a reliable security product," says Elco Gauw, vice president of business development at AlphaShield. "By reselling the AlphaShield to its customers, the ISP now has a way to offer an easy-to-use, completely safe Internet privacy protection device. This lessens usability complaints and increases available bandwidth by reducing unsolicited network traffic." The beta version of AlphaShield was honored at many industry tradeshows as a cutting-edge consumer technology. It won Best New Technology at Gartner Retail Vision, Best eSolution at VARVision, Best New Internet Hardware at Latin Channel VII and Best New Hardware at Latin Channel VIII. AlphaShield is available immediately for direct purchase on the company Web site at www.alphashield.com, and through retail partners PCMall and TigerDirect.com starting at $149.99 USD USD In currencies, this is the abbreviation for the U.S. Dollar. Notes: The currency market, also known as the Foreign Exchange market, is the largest financial market in the world, with a daily average volume of over US $1 trillion. and $269.99 CAD. About AlphaShield Inc. AlphaShield Inc. is an award-winning provider of Internet security and privacy solutions ensuring data integrity, Internet and network privacy protection for today's consumers. AlphaShield is committed to setting a new standard for security integrity by providing consumers who utilize "always on" broadband Internet access Broadband Internet access, often shortened to just "broadband", is high speed Internet access—typically contrasted with dial-up access over modem. Dial-up modems are generally only capable of a maximum bitrate of 56 kbit/s (kilobits per second) and require the full use of a with an easy-to-use, completely secure Internet privacy protection device. Founded in June 2000, AlphaShield is headquartered in Burnaby, BC. For more information, please visit www.alphashield.com. |
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