Nokia and Cable & Wireless HKT Join Forces to Provide Virtual Private Network Solutions in Asia Providing Cost-Effective, Flexible and Secure Network Solutions to Corporate Customers.Business and Technology Editors HELSINKI, Finland--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 8, 2000 Nokia and Cable & Wireless HKT HKT Phuket, Thailand - Phuket (Airport Code) HKT Home Keygen Token have signed a frame contract for the deployment of Nokia's network security products for the provision of Virtual Private Network (VPN (Virtual Private Network) A private network that is configured within a public network (a carrier's network or the Internet) in order to take advantage of the economies of scale and management facilities of large networks. ) solutions. Under the contract, Nokia and Cable & Wireless HKT will work together to provide corporate customers in Asia with secure, reliable and scalable data communications data communications, application of telecommunications technology to the problem of transmitting data, especially to, from, or between computers. In popular usage, it is said that data communications make it possible for one computer to "talk" with another. between multiple networks or network devices. The Nokia solutions provide corporate customers with state-of-the-art Internet security ''This article or section is being rewritten at Internet security is the process of protecting data and privacy of devices connected to internet from information robbery, hacking, malware infection and unwanted software. and the ability to connect branch offices, remote workers and business-to-business partners via the Internet to their existing services. "We are pleased to supply Cable & Wireless HKT with our leading security solution to offer next generation data solutions to companies across Asia," said Mr. Jonathan Yip, General Manager of Nokia Networks, Nokia (HK) Ltd. "Our appliances, which are specifically designed for easy, low-cost installation and management, are the preferred choice for VPN service providers." Nokia will supply Cable & Wireless HKT with its full range of most advanced security appliance Security appliances protect computer networks from unwanted data traffic, intruders, email spam, enforce policies, and may also be used to create and manage VPNs. There are a number of types of security appliances. solutions, including IP650, IP440, IP330 and VPN220. In addition, Nokia will provide a full package of services to help Cable & Wireless HKT integrate network security products and solutions into the existing environment, including logistics planning, delivery, installation and maintenance services. Nokia flexible IP network appliances combine market-leading security and network software on a world-class IP networking platform. Built for plug-and-play operation and supported from top to bottom by Nokia technical support engineers, these appliances simplify and accelerate the deployment of sophisticated security and network software implementations. Nokia is paving the way to the Mobile Information Society with its innovative products and solutions. The company is the leading mobile phone supplier and a leading supplier of mobile, broadband and IP networks, related services as well as multimedia terminals. In 1999, Nokia's net sales Net Sales The amount a seller receives from the buyer after costs associated with the sale are deducted. Notes: This amount is calculated by subtracting the following items from gross sales: merchandise returned for credit, allowances for damaged or missing goods, freight totaled EUR EUR In currencies, this is the abbreviation for the Euro. Notes: The currency market, also known as the Foreign Exchange market, is the largest financial market in the world, with a daily average volume of over US $1 trillion. 19.8 billion (USD USD In currencies, this is the abbreviation for the U.S. Dollar. Notes: The currency market, also known as the Foreign Exchange market, is the largest financial market in the world, with a daily average volume of over US $1 trillion. 19.9 billion). Headquartered in Finland, Nokia is listed on the New York New York, state, United States New York, Middle Atlantic state of the United States. It is bordered by Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and the Atlantic Ocean (E), New Jersey and Pennsylvania (S), Lakes Erie and Ontario and the Canadian province of (NOK NOK In currencies, this is the abbreviation for the Norwegian Krone. Notes: The currency market, also known as the Foreign Exchange market, is the largest financial market in the world, with a daily average volume of over US $1 trillion. ), Helsinki, Stockholm, London, Frankfurt and Paris stock exchanges and employs more than 56 000 people. Further information: Claire Backhurst Nokia Internet Communications, Communications Department Tel. +44 7788 145 460 Fax. +44 181 564 3939 Email: claire.backhurst@nokia.com Nokia Networks Communications Department Tel. + 358 9 5113 8193 Fax + 358 9 5113 8199 Email: nokia.networks@nokia.com www.nokia.com Note to Editors: Nokia IP Network Security Solution The Nokia IP Network Security Solution is composed of leading Security Applications such as VPN, firewall, URL URL in full Uniform Resource Locator 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. filtering, intrusion detection See IDS and IPS. , and security management, and is tightly integrated with the Nokia IP Network Applications Platform providing best in class security solutions, from partners such as Check Point Software Technologies. This unique combination of the Nokia IPSO(TM) routing operating system and Check Point FireWall-1(TM) gives the operators an unprecedented security solution for Internet access and Virtual Private Networking (VPN). IP330: The Nokia IP330 leverages the performance and flexibility of Nokia IP Security Solutions in an all-new form factor. Nokia has redesigned its hardware to provide a lower cost, simple-to-deploy firewall and VPN appliance. The small size of the IP330 - just one rack unit - makes it ideal for installations that must conserve space in the equipment room. IP440: Nokia has responded to customer demands for Internet access and network security in one easy-to-use package with the IP440. The stability and flexibility offered by the IP440 are unparalleled. With up to 16 ports for High Availability or VPN applications, the IP440 meets Service Provider and enterprise requirements economically. The IP440 is the first product Nokia introduced in its popular IP Security Solutions family. IP650: The IP650, the next generation integrated security solution from Nokia, adds carrier class reliability to the proven Nokia IP Security Solutions. The combination of world class routing, market leading firewall software, high availability, and the industries fastest packet-forwarding rate in a single package sets a new standard for firewall and VPN solutions. The IP650 is the solution for applications requiring high availability and the utmost in throughput performance. VPN200: The VPN200 Series from Nokia is a family of VPN appliances which provide a simple and cost-effective way to deploy a Virtual Private Network (VPN) as an integrated part of the networking infrastructure for Internet Service Providers Internet service provider (ISP) Company that provides Internet connections and services to individuals and organizations. For a monthly fee, ISPs provide computer users with a connection to their site (see data transmission), as well as a log-in name and password. and corporate users. Every regional location has a secure, private connection to all other locations. In addition, unlike other VPN products, every location has a fully firewalled local connection to the Internet. |
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