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MX Logic Now Offering Web Defense Services.


Strategic Partnership with Blue Coat Systems Allows MX Logic to Immediately Deliver Industry-Leading Web Filtering Blocking access to unwanted Internet content. Businesses can block content based on traffic type. For example, Web access might be allowed, but file transfers may not. Content can also be blocked by site, using lists of URLs cataloged by content that are updated frequently.  and Threat Protection to Customers

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. -- MX Logic Inc., a leading managed services An umbrella term for third-party monitoring and maintaining of computers, networks and software. The actual equipment may be inhouse or at the third-party's facilities, but the "managed" implies an ongoing effort; for example, making sure the equipment is running at a certain quality  provider of easy-to-use email and Web defense solutions for small and medium-sized businesses, is now offering a managed Web filtering and threat protection service to customers. The MX Logic(SM) Web Defense Service marks a major expansion in the company's service portfolio by providing businesses with Web content filtering See Web filtering and parental control software.  and protection from spyware, malicious code, viruses, keyloggers and phishing Pronounced "fishing," it is a scam to steal valuable information such as credit card and social security numbers, user IDs and passwords. Also known as "brand spoofing," an official-looking e-mail is sent to potential victims pretending to be from their ISP, bank or retail establishment.  attacks.

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 IDC's 2005 Enterprise Security Survey, viruses and worms continue to be the most serious threats facing corporations today, but spyware has rapidly climbed the priority list of enterprise security threats and now ranks as the second most serious threat for corporations.1 In addition, data gathered from the MX Logic[R] Threat Center proves that malware infections no longer result strictly from reckless Web browsing, but can also result from interaction with seemingly safe websites.

Based on industry-leading technology from Blue Coat Systems[R], Inc. (Nasdaq:BCSI BCSI Building Scalable Cisco Internetworks ), the Web Defense Service comprises two core offerings - Threat Control and Content Control.

Threat Control: Email and Web threats are converging, so customers need a comprehensive solution that protects their networks from spyware, malicious code, viruses and phishing attacks Co regardless of entry point. Threat Control utilizes Blue Coat SG appliances to provide superior protection from these threats and helps ensure that surfing the Web is a safe experience.

Content Control: According to IDC, 30 percent to 40 percent of all Web surfing Refers to jumping from page to page on the Web. Just as in "TV channel surfing," where one clicks the remote to go from channel to channel, the hyperlink on Web pages makes it easy to jump from one page to another.  in the workplace is not business related. To help businesses counter the risks and unproductive use of employee time associated with Web browsing, the Web Defense Service includes Content Control. Using Blue Coat WebFilter, Content Control blocks over 50 unique categories of content and has a patented dynamic real-time rating system that can categorize cat·e·go·rize  
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To put into a category or categories; classify.



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 newly created sites "on the fly," so that end users are always protected. In addition, a patented "safe-search" option closes a common loophole An omission or Ambiguity in a legal document that allows the intent of the document to be evaded.

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Address of a resource on the Internet. The resource can be any type of file stored on a server, such as a Web page, a text file, a graphics file, or an application program.
 filters by forcing leading search engines to remove inappropriate content from returned search results.

Businesses may purchase Threat Control and Content Control either individually or combined as Total Control. Additionally, businesses have the option of combining MX Logic's Web Defense Service with the Email Defense Service.

"Our partnership allows us to leverage Blue Coat's expertise and technology in Web defense with MX Logic's understanding of the SMB market See SMB. ," said Steve Renda, senior vice president, Sales and Marketing, MX Logic. "This allows small and medium-sized businesses to enjoy enterprise grade Web filtering and threat protection in an easy-to-use, affordable managed service."

"Blue Coat appliances provide visibility, control and acceleration of Web content and applications, protecting users and network resources while enabling an optimized experience," said Craig Hicks-Frazer, vice president, service providers, Blue Coat Systems. "Working together with MX Logic, we can combine our solutions for Web security and control with their existing user and administrative tools and reporting to enable a managed security service for the market."

One of the most notable features of the Web Defense Service is its user interface within the MX Control Console(SM) which is uncommonly simple for system administrators to configure and manage, yet granular and robust enough to track and provide critical details about Web use in the work place that managers demand. The MX Control Console is also the entry point for managing the MX Logic[R] Email Defense Service, so customers who purchase both services can enjoy a single, integrated console from which to manage user accounts, configure settings, and interact with Web and email threat reports.

"Before we started using the MX Logic Web Defense Service, an average of 20 percent of our computers and employees would suffer downtime The time during which a computer is not functioning due to hardware, operating system or application program failure.  as a result of spyware or a virus on any given week," said Kirk Morschauser, IT manager and systems administrator for Ademino & Associates, a Web Defense Service beta customer. "Because the Web Defense Service is keeping our computers clean, I've gained back an extra two to five hours a week that I was using to clean computers, and employees are not suffering malware-related interruptions in their workdays."

The Web Defense Service adheres to the company's commitment to ease of use by providing flexible pricing, no setup fees, month-to-month contracts, and unified invoicing. Please contact the company at 877.MXLOGIC or sales@mxlogic.com for specific pricing or product information.

About MX Logic

MX Logic is a leading managed security services Security services are state institutions for the provision of intelligence, primarily of a strategic nature, but also including protective security intelligence. Examples include the Security Service (MI5) and the Secret Intelligence Service (MI6) in the United Kingdom, and the  provider of email and Web security services developed specifically to meet the unique needs of small and medium-sized businesses. With patented technology and commitment to creating the most user-friendly security solutions in the industry, MX Logic is the appropriate choice for businesses that want enterprise-grade service and performance without enterprise-level complexity and cost. Distinctions in 2006 include Security Products Guide's Global Excellence Customer Trust Award in Email Managed Service and SC Magazine's award for Best Email Managed Service. MX Logic services are distributed through an extensive partner network. For more information, visit www.mxlogic.com.

About Blue Coat Systems

Blue Coat secures Web communications and accelerates business applications across the distributed enterprise. Blue Coat's family of appliances and client-based solutions Co deployed in branch offices, Internet gateways (1) See cable/DSL gateway.

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, end points, and data centers Co provides intelligent points of policy-based control, enabling IT organizations to optimize security and accelerate performance between users and applications. Blue Coat has installed more than 25,000 appliances worldwide and is ranked #1 by IDC in the Secure Content and Application Delivery market. Blue Coat is headquartered in Sunnyvale, Calif., and can be reached at (408) 220-2200 or www.bluecoat blue·coat  
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1. IDC, Enterprise Security Survey 2005, Doc #34561, Sec 2005.
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