FTP Software delivers best-in-class IP connectivity, security to corporate intranets, networks.ANDOVER, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 29, 1997-- Secure Client v3.0 Provides Support For IPv6, IP Multicasting A one-to-many transmission of data over an IP network. It is used for a myriad of purposes including updating routers, announcing and discovering services and streaming media. IP multicast saves network bandwidth, because packets are transmitted as one stream over the backbone and only ; Allows Open, Secure and Manageable VIP Network Connection Continuing to deliver on its VIP Network(tm) strategy, FTP Software FTP Software was a software company incorporated in 1986 by James van Bokkelen, John Romkey (author of the MIT PC/IP package), Nancy Connor, Roxanne van Bokkelen (nee Ritchie), Dave Bridgham and several other founding shareholders. today announced the availability of Secure Client v3.0 for Windows 95. Using Secure Client v3.0, network managers can efficiently secure and manage their users' desktops, including access to the Internet and corporate intranets, while providing next generation TCP/IP TCP/IP in full Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol Standard Internet communications protocols that allow digital computers to communicate over long distances. connectivity. The foundation for future VIP Network products, Secure v3.0 includes FTP FTP in full file transfer protocol Internet protocol that allows a computer to send files to or receive files from another computer. Like many Internet resources, FTP works by means of a client-server architecture; the user runs client software to connect to Software's industry-leading 32-bit IP connectivity stack and security features; advanced diagnostic and management utilities; and support for the company's forthcoming Java-based automated management applications. The VIP Network architecture, announced by FTP Software in September 96, is an open, intelligent, secure framework for providing access to legacy systems, the Internet and partners' networks that extends beyond existing organizational boundaries with unsurpassed security and manageability. With its VIP client strategy FTP Software is providing end user systems with open, standards-based, intuitive interfaces to Virtual IP Networks that are not only secure, but also easily managed. Secure Client v3.0 offers advanced IP connectivity unmatched by other solutions, such as connectivity provided within the 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. . In additon to offering the industry's only client implementations of IPv6 and WinSock 2.0, the Secure Client v3.0 supports emerging IP standards such as IP Multicasting. Industry Leading Security Features Secure Client v3.0 offers network managers and users a wide range of options to ensure that information exits and enters the corporate network in a secure fashion. Through its support of IPSECurity(1), Secure Client v3.0 supports point-to-point and point-to-firewall security for both packet data and IP information. Because IPSECurity encrypts parts of the IP packet transmitting information, it offers companies enhanced security by making it more difficult for unauthorized users to identify from whom and where data is being sent. Secure Client v3.0 also offers seamless integration An addition of a new application, routine or device that works smoothly with the existing system. It implies that the new feature or program can be installed and used without problems. Contrast with "transparent," which implies that there is no discernible change after installation. with Checkpoint SOCKs v4 type firewalls. This enables outbound traffic Traffic originating in the continental United States destined for overseas or overseas traffic moving in a general direction away from the continental United States. through the firewall to be filtered for "unapproved un·ap·proved adj. Not approved or sanctioned: an unapproved vaccine; an unapproved protest march. " data exchanges. Additionally, Secure Client v3.0 offers remote and mobile workers secure connections from wherever they dial in. "Customers need a robust connectivity solution in order to successfully build, secure, deploy and manage their corporate nteworks," said Dave Rosenlund, FTP's vice president of product marketing. "With the Secure Client v3.0, FTP Software is offering a client solution that adds value beyond other IP connectivity solutions while providing a secure, manageable foundation for future Virtual IP products, including the ability to automate network management functions." Easy to Use, Easy to Manage The Secure Client v3.0 offers the following benefits: -- Centralized cen·tral·ize v. cen·tral·ized, cen·tral·iz·ing, cen·tral·iz·es v.tr. 1. To draw into or toward a center; consolidate. 2. Management. Secure Client v3.0 streamlines installation with utilities that allow network managers to build custom install templates for easy download from a server and establish scripts and icons for easy connecivity. -- Simplified Network Interface. Secure Client v3.0 provides users with an intuitive interface that seamlessly integrates with the Windows operating system. -- Easy Troubleshooting. Secure Client v3.0 provides network managers with a wide variety of diagnostics, utilities, including IPTrace, to help keep connections up and running. In addition to centralized diagnostics and monitoring, Secure Client v3.0 allows network managers to take advantage of FTP's forthcoming Java-based automated management applications. -- Flexible Connectivity. With the user-based network options in Secure Client v3.0, users can connect from multiple locations or PCs without reconfiguring their IP address. Secure Client v3.0 also supports remote connectivity from wire or wireless technologies around the world. -- Support for Open Standards Specifications for hardware and software that are developed by a standards organization or a consortium involved in supporting a standard. Available to the public for developing compliant products, open standards imply "open systems;" that an existing component in a system can be replaced . Secure Client v3.0 provides support for the latest IP standards, including IPv6, Mobile IP, IP Multicasting and WinSock 2.0, enabling companies to plan and prepare for future networking needs. -- VIP Network Enabled. Secure Client v3.0 provides support for FTP Software's forthcoming Java-based agents, which will provide a "push" method of client communication and management. Pricing and Availability The Secure Client v3.0 is available today and is priced at $300 per single copy and $95 for a single migration copy. About FTP Software FTP Software, Inc. provides manageable and secure infrastructure software products, along with essential applications and services, that allow customers to create VIP Networks. Based on the premise that organizations manage people and their access privileges, the VIP Network enables customers to extend their network beyond traditional boundaries in a secure and manageable manner to encompass employees or associates anywhere, and build enterprises to enable electronic commerce and virtual workgroups A group of individuals who work on a common project via technologies such as e-mail, instant messages, shared databases, threaded discussions and calendaring. Virtual workgroups are mandated by company policy and employment requirements. Contrast with virtual community and pervasive computing. . FTP Software and its subsidiaries have a combined 17 years of leadership in developing and integrating business applications over TCP/IP networks. FTP Software (Nasdaq: FTPS (FTP Secure) Transferring files over the secure sockets layer (SSL) protocol. See SSL and FTP. ) may be contacted at (508) 685-3300 or at http://www.ftp.com -0- FTP Software is a registered trademark and VIP Network is a trademark of FTP Software, Inc. Other trademarks, trade names and registered trademarks are the property of their respective holders. (1) DES encryption The reversible transformation of data from the original (the plaintext) to a difficult-to-interpret format (the ciphertext) as a mechanism for protecting its confidentiality, integrity and sometimes its authenticity. Encryption uses an encryption algorithm and one or more encryption keys. only available in the United States United States, officially United States of America, republic (2005 est. pop. 295,734,000), 3,539,227 sq mi (9,166,598 sq km), North America. The United States is the world's third largest country in population and the fourth largest country in area. and Canada. CONTACT: Julie Hewitt Kristen Wilson Kristen Wilson could be:
FTP Software, Inc. Lois Paul & Partners 508/685-4000 x6458 617/238-5700 julieh@ftp.com kristen_wilson@lpp.com |
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