Data Critical Introduces Secure Page+; Application Allows For Secure, Reliable Data Transmission Over Wireless Networks.REDMOND, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 29, 1995--Data Critical Corp., an emerging provider of applications for wireless networks, has introduced Secure Page+, a Microsoft Windows-based application that allows confidential data to be sent over paging networks -- protected from prying eyes. Virtually any type of data, including word processing word processing, use of a computer program or a dedicated hardware and software package to write, edit, format, and print a document. Text is most commonly entered using a keyboard similar to a typewriter's, although handwritten input (see pen-based computer) and documents, images, spreadsheets or graphs, can be sent securely to hand-held, car-mounted or desktop computers. Secure Page+ was designed for mobile workers who need to receive information quickly and efficiently, while still maintaining confidentiality. For example, the application can be used to transmit pricing updates to sales representatives while they are out in the field. With its broadcast paging capability, Secure Page+ can transmit data simultaneously to an unlimited number of recipients within minutes. The application uses Data Critical's patented Data-Through-Paging (DTP See desktop publishing. DTP - desktop publishing ) protocol to securely and accurately transmit data over existing alphanumeric paging networks or private paging transmitters. Secure Page+ features Data Encryption Standard See DES. Data Encryption Standard - (DES) The NBS's popular, standard encryption algorithm. It is a product cipher that operates on 64-bit blocks of data, using a 56-bit key. It is defined in FIPS 46-1 (1988) (which supersedes FIPS 46 (1977)). (DES) for security, as well as exceptional data compression data compression Process of reducing the amount of data needed for storage or transmission of a given piece of information (text, graphics, video, sound, etc.), typically by use of encoding techniques. for fast message and file transfers. "In essence, Secure Page+ -- using paging -- transforms a personal digital assistant or notebook computer A laptop computer that weighs in a range from five to seven pounds. The term originated when laptops were routinely more than 10 pounds, and those that became lighter were placed in a special "notebook" category. In practice, notebook computer and laptop computer are synonymous. into a one-way `secure data receiver,'" said Jeff Brown, president of Data Critical. "Because of the limited bandwidth of wireless networks, a premium is placed on efficiency in transmission to save time and money. That's why we've placed particular emphasis on compression in Secure Page+." Although Data Critical is currently using paging networks for transmitting data, the company is network independent. "As other wireless networks become fully available, including CDPD (Cellular Digital Packet Data) A low-speed, digital, wireless data network that is an enhancement to an existing analog cellular network. Based on IBM's CelluPlan II, CDPD provides a packet overlay onto the AMPS network and moves data at 19. and PCS (1) (Personal Communications Services) Refers to wireless services that emerged after the U.S. government auctioned commercial licenses in 1994 and 1995. This radio spectrum in the 1. , we will incorporate these technologies to enhance our current offerings," Brown said. He added that two-way communication will eventually be offered to allow people to respond to the information they receive. Headquartered in Redmond, Wash., with a research and development facility in Oklahoma City, Data Critical is a cost-effective solutions provider for the wireless industry. The company offers a variety of wireless communication applications, with a focus on saving lives, time and costs. -0- NOTES: Secure Page+ and Data-Through-Paging are trademarks of Data Critical Corp. All other trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners, without intent to infringe. CONTACT: Kaufer Miller Communications Inc. Pam Miller or Betsy Rogers, 206/450-9965 (voice) 206/450-9963 (fax) MCI (1) (Media Control Interface) A high-level programming interface from Microsoft and IBM for controlling multimedia devices. It provides commands and functions to open, play and close the device. (2) (Microwave Communications Inc. 576-6983 CompuServe 74073,2342 |
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