Cyber Patrol Releases Version 5.0 for Microsoft Proxy Server.Business Editors/Hi-Tech Writers FRAMINGHAM, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 23, 2000 Latest Version of Popular Internet Filter See Web filtering and firewall. Offers Improved User Interface and Greater Flexibility for Network Administrators Cyber Patrol, maker of the world's most widely-used Internet filtering software, today announced the release of its 5.0 version for Microsoft Proxy Servers Also called a "proxy," it is a computer system or router that breaks the connection between sender and receiver. Functioning as a relay between client and server, proxy servers are used to help prevent an attacker from invading the private network. . The 5.0 version makes it easier than ever for network administrators to manage Internet access See how to access the Internet. . "We've applied everything we've learned as one of the most experienced developers of filtering software to make the best product ever offered in the marketplace -- quicker to install, easier to use, more flexible and friendlier than ever before," said Susan Getgood, Vice President and General Manager of Cyber Patrol. Cyber Patrol 5.0 offers network administrators streamlined installation, a faster filter engine, simplified navigation and quick link to a Cyber Patrol Community where information on Internet filtering and the software can be shared. The new release automatically seeks and uses system parameters to eliminate some of the customized setup that was previously required. Because the new Cyber Patrol 5.0 runs in NT service, it is more fully integrated into the system and runs in the background, reducing memory and system resource usage. The new version of the software also can message with Cyber Patrol headquarters, to give system managers more data on CyberList updates, product renewals, and the status of services. Administrators can view key operational information without reviewing event logs. The new Cyber Patrol 5.0 also maintains a running log of the download status. Cyber Patrol for Proxy Server 5.0 offers a group administrator that supports NT groups, and allows the choice of either static or dynamic IP addressing according to according to prep. 1. As stated or indicated by; on the authority of: according to historians. 2. In keeping with: according to instructions. 3. system requirements To be used efficiently, all computer software needs certain hardware components or other software resources to be present on a computer system. These pre-requisites are known as (computer) system requirements and are often used as a guideline as opposed to an absolute rule. . It allows an IT manager to easily assign a filter setting to existing NT groups and users. Combining Microsoft's client 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. with the new NT group capability, Cyber Patrol supports dynamic IP addressing and filters based on the authenticated au·then·ti·cate tr.v. au·then·ti·cat·ed, au·then·ti·cat·ing, au·then·ti·cates To establish the authenticity of; prove genuine: a specialist who authenticated the antique samovar. user as opposed to a computer. The user receives the proper setting regardless of the workstation used. Unlike many other Internet filtering software programs, Cyber Patrol uses a team of professional researchers to determine what online information is appropriate for the workplace. The Cyber Patrol research team has reviewed more than a million Web pages over the past five years to compile this comprehensive list, known as the "CyberNOT" list. The list is automatically updated daily to provide the latest in Internet content management. The list is broken down into categories, such as "nudity Nudity Adam and Eve unashamed in Eden without clothes. [O.T.: Genesis 2:25] Agnes, St. hair grew to cover her nakedness. [Christian Hagiog.: Daniel, 21] burlesque show stage entertainment to which was added striptease dancing. " and "web chat," which can be turned on or off individually by systems managers. Cyber Patrol allows companies to ensure that office time is not spent shopping, trading stocks, watching sports, planning vacations or looking for Looking for In the context of general equities, this describing a buy interest in which a dealer is asked to offer stock, often involving a capital commitment. Antithesis of in touch with. another job. Companies can adjust filtering levels for different groups of employees, and allow for different filtering during off-hours, such as lunchtime. Cyber Patrol is marketed worldwide with versions available in French, Japanese, Spanish, German and English. The filter, consistently rated the best by computer magazines, is available in versions for Windows and Macintosh Stand-alone for the single PC, Windows and Macintosh LAN (Local Area Network) A communications network that serves users within a confined geographical area. The "clients" are the user's workstations typically running Windows, although Mac and Linux clients are also used. , Microsoft Proxy Server, Netscape Proxy Server and Novell Border Manager. A free seven-day demonstration version of Cyber Patrol can be found at www.cyberpatrol.com, or by phoning by phoning 800/828-2608 Option 2. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners. |
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