Azalea Software ships carrick v1.0.SEATTLE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 8, 1995--Azalea Software Inc. is shipping carrick v1.0, a new Windows-based encryption tool. carrick works as both a stand-alone application or from within any Windows application that can access a DLL (1) See data link layer. (2) (Dynamic Link Library) An executable program module in Windows that performs one or more functions at runtime. DLLs are not launched by the user; they are called for by an executable program or by other DLLs. , including most popular word processors, databases, spreadsheets, and other applications. carrick is the standardized way to implement industrial strength encryption using the new Blowfish A secret key cryptography method that uses a variable length key from 32 to 448 bits long. It uses the block cipher method, which breaks the text into 64-bit blocks before encrypting them. algorithm. carrick is priced at $159 for single users and $199 for a two copy bundle. The bundle makes it easy for friends and associates to begin exchanging encrypted messages with each other. Using encryption tools insures that information transmitted over the Internet is safe from prying eyes. Blowfish was designed by noted cryptographer cryp·tog·ra·pher n. One who uses, studies, or develops cryptographic systems and writings. Noun 1. cryptographer - decoder skilled in the analysis of codes and cryptograms cryptanalyst, cryptologist Bruce Schneier, author of "Applied Cryptography" and columnist for Dr Dobb's Journal. carrick is extremely fast and is so secure that it can not be sold outside the U.S. due to federal export restrictions. Blowfish is several orders of magnitude stronger than DES, the current standard private key encryption See private key cryptography. algorithm. For example, DES is limited to a 56 bit password, while carrick allows a 448 bit password. The longer the password, the longer it takes an outsider to break in. carrick supports drag and drop A graphical user interface (GUI) capability that lets you perform operations by moving the icon of an object with the mouse into another window or onto another icon. For example, files can be copied or moved by dragging them from one folder to another. from the Windows File Manager and can be used to quickly and securely encrypt one or more files at a time. The carrick DLL can be called from within most other Windows applications. Developers who need to add secure encryption to their own applications can license carrick to include it with their product. Azalea azalea (əzāl`yə) [Gr.,=dry], any species of the genus Rhododendron, North American and Asian shrubs of the family Ericaceae (heath family) that are distinguished by the usually deciduous leaves. Software has announced carrick for the Macintosh, DOS, UNIX UNIX Operating system for digital computers, developed by Ken Thompson of Bell Laboratories in 1969. It was initially designed for a single user (the name was a pun on the earlier operating system Multics). , and VAX/VMS VAX/VMS - VMS . "As people commit more and more sensitive material to files on their hard disk, they are beginning to recognize the need for industrial strength encryption for protection. Laptops and portable computers are versatile tools but are vulnerable to theft and sabotage," says Jerry Whiting, president of Azalea Software Inc. "Everyone is talking about doing business via the Internet but security and privacy are foremost in everyone's mind before they commit themselves. Our encryption engine is strong, easy to use, and will let you sleep at night, assured that your sensitive data is locked away from all prying eyes." A working demo version of carrick is now available from Azalea Software. The demo encrypts and decrypts files using a limited set of passwords (001-999). The demo illustrates just how easy it is to encrypt sensitive data with little effort. The demo can be downloaded from Azalea's home page on the Internet at: http://www.encryption.com. Send email to carrick@azalea.com to receive the demo via email or contact Azalea Software at 1-800-ENCRYPT. Azalea Software is distributing an online tutorial entitled CARRICK.FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) A group of commonly asked questions about a subject along with the answers. Vendors often display them on their Web sites for use as troubleshooting guidelines. . FAQ's are Frequently Asked Questions, online documents distributed on the Internet that serve as starting points for new users. CARRICK.FAQ provides technical information about carrick and can be obtained by sending email to carrick.faq@azalea.com or can be retrieved from Azalea's home page at: http://www.encryption.com. Software developers who want to add unbreakable encryption to their products can license the carrick DLL from Azalea Software. carrick can be called from within C/C C/C Center to Center C/C Combustion Chamber C/C Command/Control C/C Crew Chief C/C cabin cruiser (US DoD) C/C chief complaint (medical) C/C Channel-to-Channel C/C Communication and Collaboration ++, Visual Basic, and other development tools like databases. carrick doubles as an SDK (Software Developer's Kit) See developer's toolkit and Windows SDK. SDK - Software Developers Kit (or "Software Development Kit"). (Software Developer's Kit See SDK. ) that includes 4 API calls, a standardized file header, a default file extension (.CAR), and a complete cryptographic protocol that insures unbreakable file security. carrick allows optional sender authentication, date/time stamping, and other features. There are hooks for developers to add functionality within the carrick framework. carrick is available directly from Azalea Software. Azalea Software Inc. specializes in encryption software and quality bar code printing tools, including fonts and utilities for Microsoft Windows, the Macintosh, and other platforms. Azalea Software, founded in 1992, is a small, privately-held, minority-owned business located in Seattle. -0- All trademarks and registered trademarks are property of their respective owners. CONTACT: Azalea Software Inc. Jeannie Price, 800-ENCRYPT, 206/932-0234 carrick@azalea.com, www.encryption.com NOTE TO EDITORS: In the Internet/email addresses noted in this news release, there is an "at" symbol between: -- carrick AND azalea.com These symbols may not appear properly (or at all) in some systems. |
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