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CacheFlow and Secure Computing Partner to Deliver Next Generation, Policy-Based Content Filtering.


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The RSA Conference started in 1991 as a forum for cryptographers to gather and share the latest knowledge and advancements in the area of Internet security.
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Security Gateway Appliance delivers SmartFilter(TM)v3 "on-box" to

enable comprehensive Internet Access See how to access the Internet.  Management

CacheFlow(R) Inc. (Nasdaq:CFLO CFLO Central Florida Lyric Opera ), a leading provider of secure content networking solutions and Secure Computing For the general concept, see .

Secure Computing Corporation, or SCC, is a public company (NASDAQ: SCUR) that develops and sells computer security products, such as:
  • Firewalls including Sidewinder, SnapGear and CyberGuard TSP
 Corporation (Nasdaq: SCUR) a leading provider of enterprise network access control solutions, today announced they have successfully completed the integration of Secure's SmartFilter(TM) version 3 Web filtering Blocking access to unwanted Internet content. Businesses can block content based on traffic type. For example, Web access might be allowed, but file transfers may not. Content can also be blocked by site, using lists of URLs cataloged by content that are updated frequently.  software on the new CacheFlow Security Gateway appliance, also announced today. This new "on-box" solution, which will be marketed by CacheFlow, allows customers to gain control over how corporate users access the Internet, while improving employee productivity, maximizing administrative control Direction or exercise of authority over subordinate or other organizations in respect to administration and support, including organization of Service forces, control of resources and equipment, personnel management, unit logistics, individual and unit training, readiness, mobilization, , and reducing legal liability.

"When integrating applications, the SmartFilter on-box architecture proves to be the highest performing, most cost-effect, reliable and scalable approach to Web filtering," said Chris Peterson, vice president of global channel 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  sales at Secure Computing. "The integration of CacheFlow's appliance with the latest version of SmartFilter further demonstrates our commitment to partnering with industry leaders to provide world-class e-business solutions that enterprise customers demand."

Managing User Access to the Web

As an integral part of an enterprise security infrastructure, the CacheFlow Security Gateway applies granular policy to control which users or groups of users can access sites that are categorized in the SmartFilter list. The integrated offering allows organizations to create customized policies based on any combination of attributes including users, groups, protocols, content category, specific URL URL
 in full Uniform Resource Locator

Address of a resource on the Internet. The resource can be any type of file stored on a server, such as a Web page, a text file, a graphics file, or an application program.
, file type, browser, media player or network address. The integrated CacheFlow and Secure solution requires no additional hardware for existing customers and is activated with a software-only key.

"CacheFlow's Security Gateway serves as a point of control for enterprise web security and access policy," said Darrell Long, director of product management at CacheFlow. "By integrating our solution with Secure Computing's proven filtering capability, CacheFlow can provide our customers with a market-leading, high-performance solution for managing how and when corporate users access Web content."

Web Filtering with SmartFilter

SmartFilter, the world's first URL filtering software, enables organizations to build and enforce sophisticated Web-usage policies. Users can be denied access to specific Web sites, or coached within their browser session about the organization's acceptable-use standards. SmartFilter's international Control List, updated continuously, categorizes millions of Web sites into selectable groups, including gambling, sex and MP3. Organizations may reduce their legal liability, and can realize an immediate return on investment as a result of increased productivity and recaptured network bandwidth.

CacheFlow's Comprehensive Security Solutions

In related announcements today, CacheFlow also introduced it's strategic initiative for web security, along with a new portfolio of products for protecting, controlling and accelerating web-enabled networks. These new products include the CacheFlow Security Gateway, cIQ(TM) Director, CacheFlow Reporter and CacheFlow Visual Policy Manager. In addition to content filtering See Web filtering and parental control software. , the products enable a comprehensive set of web security applications such as authorization management, content security, virus scanning, web usage monitoring and bandwidth protection.

Pricing and Availability

The new CacheFlow Security Gateway with SmartFilter(TM) v3 will be available in March through CacheFlow and its global network of channel partners. Pricing varies based on model and configuration. Please contact CacheFlow or any authorized partner for additional information.

About CacheFlow Inc.

CacheFlow develops and markets secure content networking appliances designed to protect, control and accelerate business communications. CacheFlow's family of optimized appliances and its innovative suite of content control technologies enable organizations to ensure web security and conduct e-business. Based in Sunnyvale, California Sunnyvale ([sʌniveil]) is a city in Santa Clara County, California, United States. It is one of the major cities that make up the Silicon Valley. As of the 2000 census, the city population was 131,760. , with offices and partners worldwide, CacheFlow can be contacted via telephone at 408/220-2200, fax at 408/220-2250 or email at info@cacheflow.com. More information on CacheFlow products and services can also be found at www.cacheflow.com.

About Secure Computing

Secure Computing Corporation (Nasdaq:SCUR) is a leading provider of enterprise network access control solutions. Secure Computing software products include SafeWord(TM) PremierAccess(TM) for role-based access control The identification, authentication and authorization of individuals based on their job titles within an organization. Contrast with mandatory access control and discretionary access control. See least privilege. , authentication (1) Verifying the integrity of a transmitted message. See message integrity, e-mail authentication and MAC.

(2) Verifying the identity of a user logging into a network.
, and authorization to Web, 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. , and network applications; Sidewinder sidewinder, common name for a rattlesnake, Crotalus cerastes, found in the deserts of the SW United States. This 2-ft (60-cm), pale yellow and pink snake is named for its curious method of locomotion. (TM), the world's strongest firewall and VPN gateway; SmartFilter(TM) Web filtering software for creating positive, productive use of the Web in any organization; and the Embedded Firewall, the world's first tamper-resistant distributed firewall to defend against the insider threat. Secure Computing's worldwide partners and customers are counted among the Global 1,000 in financial services The examples and perspective in this article or section may not represent a worldwide view of the subject.
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, healthcare, telecom, manufacturing, technology, and government. Visit the Secure Computing Web site at www.securecomputing.com or call us at 800/379-4944 (global direct 408/979-6572).

Forward Looking Statements

The statements contained in this press release that are not purely historical are forward-looking statements, including statements regarding the CacheFlow's or Secure Computing's future product deliveries, and future operating results as well as statements regarding each company's expectations, beliefs, intentions or strategies regarding the future. All forward-looking statements included in this press release are based upon information available to CacheFlow and Secure Computing as of the date hereof, and neither party assumes any obligations to update any such forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties, which could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected. These risks include the inability to deliver planned future products, and the additional risk factors detailed from time to time in CacheFlow's and Secure Computing's periodic reports and registration statements filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

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