Secure Computing Unveils Total Network Security Strategy.ST PAUL. Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 4, 1996-- Tightly Integrated Solutions Pave the Way for Safe, Secure, and Productive Electronic Business Commerce Secure Computing For the general concept, see . Secure Computing Corporation, or SCC, is a public company (NASDAQ: SCUR) that develops and sells computer security products, such as:
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. (ISPs), school districts, and the government. The Evolution of Network Security First-generation Internet usage has consisted largely of organizations deploying Web sites and users accessing them to collect a variety of information. To date, network security vendors have offered point products providing basic security to thwart hacker attacks. A new class of Internet- and intranet-enabled applications are emerging, however, that are central to the organization's mission. In this second generation, the demands placed upon security products to protect critical business data will intensify. MIS architects are becoming increasingly concerned with three primary issues: o Security -- Organizations will require comprehensive and flexible security solutions that bullet-proof the network from unauthorized users, that allow industry-customized solutions, and that are easy to install and administer. o Workplace Productivity -- Research studies have shown that a high percentage of Internet usage during the work day is non-work related. This phenomenon hinders the organization's overall productivity and has a direct bottom-line impact. o Legal Liability Risks -- Companies face legal liability issues when employees download pornographic or criminal information. To avert this risk and bolster productivity, organizations need to control employee Internet access See how to access the Internet. . The Secure Computing Solution Secure Computing is setting a new standard by addressing the security concerns of MIS professionals. As a result of three strategic acquisitions, Secure Computing's full suite of products includes: firewalls; identification and authorization (I&A) products; encryption products; and workplace productivity tools. Secure Computing is investing heavily in the development of these complementary products in order to provide customers with a tightly integrated network A network that supports both data and voice and/or different networking protocols. See converged network and new public network. security solution. Integrated solutions ease management of multiple products and reduce the costs of training and operations. In addition to tight integration, Secure Computing also offers customers the ability to tailor security solutions to fit individual needs. For example, Fortune 500 companies will require the full Secure Computing suite to meet the rigorous demands of enterprise computing Refers to information technology in the larger company. See enterprise data and enterprise networking. . Internet service providers (ISPs) will focus on identification and authorization tools in order to ensure accurate customer billing. Schools will turn to filtering and monitoring tools to protect themselves from legal risks associated with improper student usage of the Internet. "Secure Computing is dedicated to helping customers deploy security solutions that meet their business needs," said Kermit Beseke, Chairman of Secure Computing Corp. "Over the course of 1996, we have made substantial progress in acquiring several important technologies to fulfill our vision of total network security. While more work lies ahead to complete that vision, we are leading the industry in enabling second-generation electronic business commerce and in responding to the direction our customers are headed." Firewalls Secure Computing has a long heritage of providing best-in-class firewalls for many of the worlds most critical networks, such as the U.S. Government. The Company's patented Type Enforcement  This article or section is written like a personal reflection or and may require .Please [ improve this article] by rewriting this article or section in an . technology and secure operating system The term "secure operating system" is a misnomer. Relevant articles include:
Secure Computing gives customers a choice between two firewall products. For larger organizations, Secure Computing offers the award-winning Sidewinder sidewinder, common name for a rattlesnake, Crotalus cerastes, found in the deserts of the SW United States. This 2-ft (60-cm), pale yellow and pink snake is named for its curious method of locomotion. Security Server 3.0, a highly customizable network perimeter security solution. For smaller organizations or branch offices, the BorderWare Firewall Server 4.0 combines an Internet gateway (1) See cable/DSL gateway. (2) A router or server that converts IP packets to IPX, AppleTalk or some other non-IP format and vice versa. It is used to connect non-IP networks to the Internet. with plug-and-play security and Web-based management. Today, both firewalls support the IPsec encryption standard and interoperate fully with Secure Computing's Webster Control list for Internet filtering and monitoring. By year end, interoperability will be achieved with Secure Computing's SafeWord family of identification and authorization products. In early 1997, complete interoperability will be established between the two firewall offerings. Additionally, Secure Computing will provide a firewall solution supporting the Microsoft Windows See Windows. (operating system) Microsoft Windows - Microsoft's proprietary window system and user interface software released in 1985 to run on top of MS-DOS. Widely criticised for being too slow (hence "Windoze", "Microsloth Windows") on the machines available then. NT platform. Identification and Authorization (I&A) Tools Secure Computing's SafeWord Access Control System (ACS (Asynchronous Communications Server) See network access server. ) 4.3 is the industrys most scaleable and interoperable identification and authorization product. SafeWords open architecture has made it compatible with more Tokens and standard networking hardware Networking hardware typically refers to equipment facilitating the use of a computer network. Typically, this includes routers, switches, access points, network interface cards and other related hardware. and software than any other I&A product on the market. SafeWord products protect major networks at Novell, Sun Microsystems Sun Microsystems, Inc. (NASDAQ: JAVA[3]) is an American vendor of computers, computer components, computer software, and information-technology services, founded on 24 February 1982. , Hewlett-Packard, Cisco Systems “Cisco” redirects here. For other uses, see Cisco (disambiguation). Cisco System,Inc. (NASDAQ: CSCO, HKSE: 4333 ) is an American multinational corporation with 54,000 employees and annual revenue of US $28.48 billion as of 2006. , and American Express American Express (NYSE: AXP), sometimes known as "AmEx" or "Amex", is a diversified global financial services company, headquartered in New York City. The company is best known for its credit card, charge card and traveler's cheque businesses. . It is also the security software of choice for Rockwell International Rockwell International was the ultimate incarnation of a series of companies under the sphere of influence of Willard Rockwell, who had made his fortune after the invention and successful launch of a new bearing system for truck axles in 1919. , Citibank, Ericsson, Alcatel, and CompuServe. Later this year, Secure Computing plans to deliver an NT version of the SafeWord ACS authentication server A device used in network access control. It stores the usernames and passwords that identify the clients logging in, or it may hold the algorithms for token access (see authentication token). . In addition, more extensive support will be provided for the Sidewinder and BorderWare Firewall Servers. Encryption Interoperable industry-standard IPsec encryption is available in all of Secure Computing's firewall products. A client-based IPsec encryption product, NETCourier, is also available to provide virtual private networking from client to firewall over the public network. Secure Computing is the only company to offer a full suite of IPsec encryption products. Productivity Tools Within a secured network environment, there is a natural place for applications that improve productivity. In connecting to the Internet and World Wide Web, there has been increasing concern over employees accessing non-work related sites with content such as pornography, sports, humor, and job search information. Secure Computing's Webster Control List responds to these concerns by allowing organizations to filter, monitor, and control where and when employees "surf." Support for the Webster Control List is currently integrated into both the Sidewinder and BorderWare firewalls. Secure Computing has recently announced support for the industrys two leading providers of commerce servers, Netscape and Microsoft. The Webster Control List has been integrated into the newest release of the Netscape Proxy Server Also called a "proxy," it is a computer system or router that breaks the connection between sender and receiver. Functioning as a relay between client and server, proxy servers are used to help prevent an attacker from invading the private network. . The Webster Control List also works with the Microsoft Proxy Server, which is fully integrated with Windows NT (Windows New Technology) A 32-bit operating system from Microsoft for Intel x86 CPUs. NT is the core technology in Windows 2000 and Windows XP (see Windows). Available in separate client and server versions, it includes built-in networking and preemptive multitasking. Server 4.0. Secure Computing offers the Webster Control List, the emerging standard for Internet productivity tools, to other network security providers for inclusion in their products. Ease of Use Although security requirements are escalating as organizations leverage the public network, the number of MIS professionals dedicated to securing networks remains constant. Given budget and staffing constraints, MIS is looking for Looking for In the context of general equities, this describing a buy interest in which a dealer is asked to offer stock, often involving a capital commitment. Antithesis of in touch with. solutions that are easy to manage and lower the cost of operations. By bringing the tools of network security and productivity together, Secure Computing offers integrated solution sets that can be installed and operated with a lower cost of system management. By consolidating administrative and auditing functions within the solution set, todays Secure Computing products are defining the security server of the future. With more tightly integrated solutions, Secure Computing will deliver the highest level of administrative ease-of-use. "Customer response to our vision of total network security and our progress to date has been overwhelmingly positive, said Kermit Beseke. "Customers are telling us that our tightly integrated solutions will finally allow them to confidently adopt the Internet for business-critical use. Secure Computing is paving the way for secure and productive electronic business commerce." About Secure Computing Headquartered in Roseville, Minn., Secure Computing is one of the largest network security companies in the world. Secure Computing's comprehensive product suite of interoperable products address every aspect of enterprise network security including firewalls, 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. , identification, authentication (1) Verifying the integrity of a transmitted message. See message integrity, e-mail authentication and MAC. (2) Verifying the identity of a user logging into a network. , authorization, accounting and encryption technologies. The only network security company that provides end-to-end network solutions encompassing all universal enterprise security standards, Secure Computing has more than 3,000 customers worldwide, ranging from small companies to Fortune 500 companies to government agencies. For more information, please visit our Web site at http://www.sctc.com. -0- Product and service names used within are trademarks, registered trademarks and service marks of their respective owners. In conjunction with the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 (PSLRA) implemented several significant substantive changes affecting certain cases brought under the federal securities laws, including changes related to pleading, discovery, liability, class representation and awards fees and of 1995, the Company wishes to avail itself of the stated safe harbor Safe Harbor 1. A legal provision to reduce or eliminate liability as long as good faith is demonstrated. 2. A form of shark repellent implemented by a target company acquiring a business that is so poorly regulated that the target itself is less attractive. provisions and to caution readers that certain statements contained herein are forward-looking statements. CONTACT: Secure Computing Corporation Aaron Tachibana, 510/827-5707, ext. 108 atachibana@safeword.com or Neva Group Inc. Charlie Guyer/Tracey Davis, 617/441-4000, ext. 248/250 cguyer@neva.com tdavis@neva.com |
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