Bill Blass Implements NetSilica's EPN For Global Remote Access; SSL VPN Provides Seamless, Browser-based Access to Legacy Applications.Business Editors/High-Tech Writers PISCATAWAY, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec. 8, 2003 NetSilica, Inc., a leading provider of enterprise-class secure remote access and security solutions, has deployed its Enterprise Private Network (EPN EPN ethyl p-nitrophenyl benzenethiophosphanate; a nonsystemic organophosphorus insecticide and acaricide. ) platform at Bill Blass. "Our system relies on a number of large legacy systems," said Rajiv Advani, Director of Information Systems at Bill Blass Jeanswear (a division of The Resource Club Ltd). "NetSilica was the only SSL-VPN tested that could enable secure access to our proprietary client/server applications and non-standard HP emulations. Best of all, our EPN deployment was up in hours, securely and cost-effectively." Unlike other players in the market, NetSilica's EPN has a built-in capability to provide access to any legacy system including 3270, HP, DEC, Windows Terminal An input/output terminal for a Windows NT or Windows 2000 server running multiuser software such as Windows Terminal Server, WinFrame or Citrix Presentation Server (formerly MetaFrame). Services and Citrix from any browser, without requiring the client application on the access device or changes to the browser. "By supporting the newest technologies, as well as legacy systems, NetSilica is responding to a massive need in the marketplace to enhance the functionality of previous investments companies have made in IT infrastructure," said Chandra Prathuri, Chief Technology Officer of NetSilica. "EPN enables Bill Blass to reach legacy applications, as well as their latest systems without the need for multiple solutions." With support for Internet Explorer Microsoft's Web browser, which comes with Windows starting with Windows 98. Commonly called "IE," versions for Mac and Unix are also available. Internet Explorer is the most widely used Web browser on the market. It has also been the browser engine in AOL's Internet access software. , Netscape and Apple Safari browsers, and no dependency on ActiveX controls A software module based on Microsoft's Component Object Model (COM) architecture. It enables a program to add functionality by calling ready-made components that blend in and appear as normal parts of the program. , EPN provides greater flexibility and access options than other SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) The leading security protocol on the Internet. Developed by Netscape, SSL is widely used to do two things: to validate the identity of a Web site and to create an encrypted connection for sending credit card and other personal data. VPNs, with minimal, or no modifications to corporate networks. About Bill Blass Jeanswear Bill Blass Jeanswear, one of the most recognized designer labels in the US, designs its own high end couture fashion line and licenses the designing and distribution of all other apparel. The Resource Club distributes the Bill Blass Jeanswear through department stores This is a list of department stores. In the case of department store groups the location of the flagship store is given. This list does not include large specialist stores, which sometimes resemble department stores. and is known for providing the ultimate in value by their equation of Fashion, Quality and Reliability. Established in 1988, The Resource Club Ltd has been servicing the women's apparel industry with fashionable, reliable products. About NetSilica Leading the evolution of SSL VPN (Virtual Private Network) A private network that is configured within a public network (a carrier's network or the Internet) in order to take advantage of the economies of scale and management facilities of large networks. , NetSilica is a software company dedicated to providing secure remote access solutions to enterprise customers, service providers and OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) The rebranding of equipment and selling it. The term initially referred to the company that made the products (the "original" manufacturer), but eventually became widely used to refer to the organization that buys the products and partners. NetSilica's Enterprise Private Network (EPN) can recognize any application, integrate with networking solutions and infrastructure and provide the granular controls administrators demand to protect access to corporate resources. With a unique open architecture, EPN supports more flexible deployments with an approach that is simpler to deploy and more complementary to existing systems. For more information please visit www.netsilica.com. |
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