BlueCat Networks Debuts Adonis 250 Caching Appliance at Infosecurity Canada Conference and Exhibition 2005.TORONTO -- New Appliance Provides Affordable Caching Functionality Out of the Box Infosecurity Canada Conference and Exhibition 2005 (Booth # 618)-BlueCat Networks, Inc. today announced the addition of the new Adonis 250 DNS (Domain Name System) A system for converting host names and domain names into IP addresses on the Internet or on local networks that use the TCP/IP protocol. For example, when a Web site address is given to the DNS either by typing a URL in a browser or behind the Caching Appliance A self-contained cache server dedicated to Web caching. See Web cache and NetCache.  NetCache Appliance A NetCache is an "appliance" because it plugs into the network and performs one function: Web caching. to its line-up of simple, secure, and affordable networking appliances. DNS caching speeds up the location of Internet addresses There are two kinds of addresses that are widely used on the Internet. One is a person's e-mail address, and the other is the address of a Web site, which is known as a URL. Following is an explanation of Internet e-mail addresses only. For more on URLs, see URL and Internet domain name. , and relieves the load on a company's main DNS appliance. The Adonis 250 is a dedicated DNS caching appliance that can be set up quickly and easily to deliver DNS resolution. Like the Adonis 1000 DNS/DHCP Appliance and the Adonis 500 DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) Software that automatically assigns temporary IP addresses to client stations logging into an IP network. It eliminates having to manually assign permanent "static" IP addresses. DHCP software runs in servers and routers. Appliance, the Adonis 250 features a hardened Linux-based operating system operating system (OS) Software that controls the operation of a computer, directs the input and output of data, keeps track of files, and controls the processing of computer programs. , providing one of the most secure appliance platforms available. The appliance features secure managed updates and a cross-platform graphical interface See GUI. to simplify administration. BlueCat Networks' president and CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. , Michael Hyatt comments, "With the number of high-profile DNS Cache Poisoning Injecting false information into the caches of the DNS system so that future requests are diverted to another site. In July 1997, Eugene Kashpureff inserted fraudulent information into the DNS, causing users going to the Network Solutions Web site to be rerouted to his Alternic site. attacks in recent months, the idea that you can buy a caching solution that works securely out of the box has become an increasingly attractive business proposition." Experts in the field of DNS insist that security requires Authoritative and Caching DNS services to be on separate servers in different parts of the network. With the Adonis 250, BlueCat Networks brings the power of Adonis to the caching appliance market with secure, cost-saving efficiencies. Both new customers and those that have come to appreciate the power and simplicity in the Adonis line of appliances will be able to leverage the appealing price point of the Adonis 250 to create secure and stable DNS architectures. DNS caching servers See cache server and Web cache. need to be secure and fast, as they generally resolve addresses outside of an organization for internal users. The Adonis 250 is able to operate securely, out of the box, at the edge of corporate networks where security concerns are highest. Due to its tight security design and ease-of-use, IT managers can use Adonis to begin processing queries with little configuration. This scenario enables a company to speed up internal requests for external data while maintaining standards and security. Starting at $1,995 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. , the new Adonis 250 DNS Caching Appliance will be available in July 2005. About BlueCat Networks, Inc. Founded in 2001, BlueCat Networks, Inc. is a leading provider of simple, secure and affordable network appliances. The BlueCat Networks product portfolio is comprised of the Adonis(TM) family of DNS/DHCP security appliances; and the Meridius line of Security Gateway Appliances. The Adonis family of appliances delivers end-to-end, fast, intelligent, cross-platform, secure DNS and DHCP solutions that are specifically designed to offer ease-of-use, low maintenance and scalability. The Meridius Security Gateway(TM) line of products offers unbeatable, real-time spam detection, empowering organizations to improve network security and reduce IT costs. BlueCat Networks is a profitable security appliance company that supports the needs of government, military, and Fortune 500 organizations worldwide (C) 2005 BlueCat Networks, Inc. All Rights Reserved. BlueCat Networks, the BlueCat Networks logo, Meridius, the Meridius logo, Adonis, the Adonis logo, Proteus, and the Proteus logo, are trademarks of BlueCat Networks, Inc. All other company and/or product names are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective manufacturers. |
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