Interlink Networks Announces Beta Program for Latest Software; Version 6.0 Beta Release Extends Wireless Network Authentication Functionality.Business Editors, High Tech WritersANN ARBOR Ann Arbor, city (1990 pop. 109,592), seat of Washtenaw co., S Mich., on the Huron River; inc. 1851. It is a research and educational center, with a large number of government and industrial research and development firms, many in high-technology fields such as , Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 21, 2002 Interlink INTERLINK - A commercial product comprising hardware and software for file transfer between IBM and VAX computers. Networks, a leading developer of software that controls user access to networks, today announced a beta program for the upcoming release of its RAD-Series authentication, authorization, and accounting (AAA AAA: see American Automobile Association. (Triple A) A common single-cell battery used in a myriad of electronic devices of all variety. Like its double A (AA) cousin, it provides 1.5 volts of DC power. When used in series, the voltage is multiplied. ) server for 802.1x WLAN-based networks. Beta version A pre-shipping release of hardware or software that has gone through alpha test. A beta version of software is supposed to be very close to the final product, but, in practice, it is more a way of getting users to test the software in the first place under real conditions. 6.0 includes significant feature enhancements related to 802.1x wireless security, an improved server manager user interface, and extended OS support to Windows 2000 and XP servers. The version 6.0 beta program begins on August 30th. Testers will have all of September to evaluate the software. Program participants receive a significant discount off any of Interlink Networks' products. The RAD-Series family of software includes the award-winning RAD-E Enterprise Access Server for enterprise networks with support for 802.1X wireless LAN security One issue with corporate wireless networks in general, and WLANs in particular, involves the need for security. Many early access points could not discern whether or not a particular user had authorization to access the network. , the RAD-P Access Policy Server for large-scale service providers with support for advanced policy and custom configuration, and the RAD-R RADIUS Server for service providers of all sizes. The Interlink Networks RAD-Series authentication software is ideal for 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 network applications because of its industry-leading customizable tool kit and extensibility. Information about joining Interlink Networks' Beta program can be obtained by contacting the Beta Program Manager at info@interlinknetworks.com, or by calling (734) 821-1228. About Interlink Networks Interlink Networks, a worldwide leader in securing access to public and private networks, develops software that manages user access to 802.1x wireless LAN, mobile, and wired networks. Interlink Networks' access control software provides the authentication, authorization, and accounting infrastructure that enables secure and reliable network access for thousands of enterprise, carrier, service provider, and university networks worldwide. Interlink Networks is headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan  “Ann Arbor” redirects here. For other uses, see Ann Arbor (disambiguation). Ann Arbor is a city in the U.S. state of Michigan and the county seat of Washtenaw County. . For more information, call (734) 821-1200 or visit http://www.interlinknetworks.com. |
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