Chapura, Inc. Unveils Cloak 2.0 Update, with Unique, Secure Data-Sharing Technique.Business Editors & High-Tech Writers MOBILE, Ala.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 15, 2002 Chapura(R), Inc., introduces Cloak(TM) 2.0, an update to the popular organization and encryption software Encryption software is software whose main task is encryption and decryption of data, usually in the form of files on hard drives and removable media, email messages, or in the form of packets sent over computer networks. designed to help store, protect, retrieve and share personal information, such as account numbers, passwords, and PINs, using virtually any Palm OS(R) handheld and Windows(R)-compatible PC. This updated version includes the benefits that earned five-star reviews for the original, plus exciting new advancements. The most innovative feature of Cloak 2.0 is the unique ability to share and back up Cloak accounts via secure, encrypted Chapura vCloak files, which are proprietary to Cloak software. Cloak owners may import, export and e-mail vCloak files. The creator of a vCloak file assigns a password that is used to encrypt the account data and must be entered by anyone wanting to decrypt To convert secretly coded data (encrypted data) back into its original form. Contrast with encrypt. See plaintext and cryptography. the file. The contents of the vCloak file are then automatically added to the Cloak database of the person opening the file. Sharing and backing up confidential information Noun 1. confidential information - an indication of potential opportunity; "he got a tip on the stock market"; "a good lead for a job" steer, tip, wind, hint, lead has never been so painless and safe. The ability to import and export data is another notable enhancement of Cloak 2.0. This update eliminates the need to re-enter re·en·ter also re-en·ter v. re·en·tered, re·en·ter·ing, re·en·ters v.tr. 1. To enter or come in to again. 2. To record again on a list or ledger. v.intr. private information already stored in a database. Customers can import from a properly formatted .csv file and share or create back-up copies of critical information by exporting to a .csv or .txt file See ASCII file. . Other enhancements include a print option, allowing users to store hard copies of account lists in other secure locations, such as a safe deposit box A safe deposit box (sometimes incorrectly called a safety deposit box) is a type of safe usually located in groups inside a bank vault or in the back of a bank or post office. . The desktop time-out feature locks Cloak after a user-defined idle time The duration of time a device is in an idle state, which means that it is operational, but not being used. period, protecting the customer from inadvertently exposing private information. A new time-saver is the ability to select multiple accounts simultaneously for quick re-categorizing, exporting or deleting. Chapura has also added a phone-like, 10-key keypad A small keyboard or supplementary keyboard keys; for example, the keys on a calculator or the number/cursor cluster on a computer keyboard. See programmable keypad. to the login Signing in and gaining access to a network server, Web server or other computer system. The process (the noun) is a "login" or "logon," while the act of doing it (the verb) is to "log in" or to "log on. screen, letting the user toggle To alternate back and forth between two states. toggle - To change a bit from whatever state it is in to the other state; to change from 1 to 0 or from 0 to 1. This comes from "toggle switches", such as standard light switches, though the word "toggle" actually refers to between that and the 6-key keypad, which mimics the handheld's button layout. Now, users may create and enter their passwords using whichever layout is more familiar and convenient. As always, one may use Graffiti(R) characters for alphanumeric codes. Among other usability improvements, standard features and benefits of Cloak 2.0 include: -- Offers built-in templates for easy entry and organization of private information -- Categorizes accounts (business, personal, spouse, child...) for easy look-up -- Protects the entire Cloak database with a single password -- Synchronizes all accounts between the handheld and PC desktop for easy access anywhere -- Secures the contents of the database using strong encryption technology (128-bit Blowfish) "Cloak 2.0 takes securing and sharing private information to a higher, safer level," said Jim Chappelle, president and chief technology officer of Chapura. "It's a relief to know exactly where important, personal information is stored, and that it is secure. It's true peace of mind to be able to share data confidentially with family or colleagues with little risk of its being exposed to the wrong person." Current Cloak customers may update to version 2.0 for free. For first-time customers, Cloak costs $19.95. Cloak 2.0 can be purchased on the Chapura web site, www.chapura.com. As a standard company practice, Chapura offers free, knowledgeable and responsive customer support via FAQs on the company's web site, e-mail and telephone. About Chapura Chapura(R), Inc., is an innovator of synchronization (1) See synchronous and synchronous transmission. (2) Ensuring that two sets of data are always the same. See data synchronization. (3) Keeping time-of-day clocks in two devices set to the same time. See NTP. software for handheld computers. Chapura works passionately to simplify its customers' lives with great service, support and software products for handheld computers. Chapura offers products including: Cloak(TM) 2.0, Jibe(TM) 1.1, PocketMirror(R) 3.1 Standard, PocketMirror 3.1 Professional, and PocketJournal(R) 1.0.4. For more information, visit the Chapura web site at www.chapura.com or call 1-800-CHAPURA. Jibe and Cloak are trademarks, and PocketMirror, PocketJournal and Chapura are registered trademarks of Chapura, Inc. (c) 2002 Chapura, Inc. All rights reserved. |
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