Research Triangle Software Signs Agreement with Computer Associates; CryptoStick Becomes First USB Drive to Come Pre-Installed with eTrust PestPatrol Anti-Spyware.CARY, N.C. -- Research Triangle Software (www.rtsz.com), a leading developer of secure and branded electronic commerce solutions, announced today a distribution agreement with Computer Associates International, Inc. (CA) to add CA's eTrust PestPatrol Anti-Spyware software to the CryptoStick. eTrust PestPatrol Anti-Spyware will be available on all CryptoSticks 128 MB and larger, starting immediately. eTrust PestPatrol Anti-Spyware gives CryptoStick users the ability to sweep a PC of malicious software designed to invisibly track sites surfed, products purchased, and messages sent. It protects PCs against spyware, adware, trojan horses It may never be fully completed or, depending on its its nature, it may be that it can never be completed. However, new and revised entries in the list are always welcome.
A denial-of-service attack (DoS attack) is an attempt to make a computer resource unavailable to its intended users. agents, and other backdoor See trapdoor. web-based threats that can expose confidential information Noun 1. confidential information - an indication of potential opportunity; "he got a tip on the stock market"; "a good lead for a job" steer, tip, wind, hint, lead and diminish PC performance. It is backed by the CA Security Advisor (http://ca.com/securityadvisor), which provides vulnerability and configuration research, around-the-clock monitoring, and protection against malicious code, spyware/adware and blended threats. "We are excited to partner with CA and offer eTrust PestPatrol Anti-Spyware to our base of CryptoStick users," said Jeff LeRose, chief executive officer of Research Triangle Software. "With the number of USB USB in full Universal Serial Bus Type of serial bus that allows peripheral devices (disks, modems, printers, digitizers, data gloves, etc.) to be easily connected to a computer. Flash memory drives sold this year expected to be over 100 million units, security is a big concern and we will continue to be very focused on these needs." The CryptoStick is a USB 2.0 drive that is small enough to fit in the palm of your hand and features a high-impact aluminum body making it one of the smallest and most durable USB drives on the market today. To protect the data against loss or theft, the CryptoStick comes pre-loaded with RTS' award-winning encryption software Encryption software is software whose main task is encryption and decryption of data, usually in the form of files on hard drives and removable media, email messages, or in the form of packets sent over computer networks. keeping any data file, including music, text, pictures, graphics and confidential documentation, secure and protected. In addition, for most business documents that are encrypted, the compression features allow the device to hold up to three times as much data as traditional USB drives with similar memory. The CryptoStick also enables private and secure Internet browsing by storing a user's personal settings (including cookies, history and web sites visited) on the device and not on the computer that was used. Based on its smaller size and performance, the CryptoStick is commonly used for business travel, transferring files between computers, and for privacy when visiting web sites. "Spyware is a serious problem for both individual and corporate computer users, since it destroys privacy and diminishes system performance," said Sam Curry, vice president of eTrust Security Management at CA. "By including the robust spyware defense of eTrust PestPatrol Anti-Spyware on its plug-and-play USB device, RTS (Request To Send) An RS-232 signal sent from the transmitting station to the receiving station requesting permission to transmit. Contrast with CTS. 1. (operating system) RTS - run-time system. 2. is providing mobile users with a complete, easy-to-use solution for effectively protecting their data and their computers." CryptoStick Pricing and Availability: The CryptoStick USB 2.0 is available at over a dozen leading online retailers including TigerDirect.com, PCConnection.com, Provantage.com, SmarterDeals.com and Buy.com in sizes ranging from 32MB to 4GB and prices ranging from $9.95 to under $499.99 with rebate. Additional information can be found at www.cryptostick.com. About Research Triangle Software, Inc.: Research Triangle Software (RTS) is a leading developer of secure and branded electronic commerce solutions used by industry-leading companies, small businesses and individuals. Select customers include Marriott International Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE: MAR) is a worldwide operator and franchisor of a range of value and luxury hotels and related lodging facilities. Marriott currently has 2,300 accommodation properties in North America alone. , Tyco Electronics Tyco Electronics was the largest unit of Tyco International Ltd., and the world's leading supplier of passive electronic components. On June 29, 2007 Tyco Electronics became a wholly independent publicly-traded company, along with Covidien, from the breakup of the Tyco conglomerate , The U.S. Army, SAS (1) (SAS Institute Inc., Cary, NC, www.sas.com) A software company that specializes in data warehousing and decision support software based on the SAS System. Founded in 1976, SAS is one of the world's largest privately held software companies. See SAS System. Canada, Austin Federal Credit Union and Clarkston Consulting. RTS received the People's Choice Award at CED's InfoTech conference. The company is headquartered in Cary, N.C. For more information, visit www.rtsz.com. All trademarks, trade names, service marks, and logos referenced herein belong to their respective companies. |
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