Simplicita Partners with Windspeed Services to Provide Zombie-Botnet Disinfection Software for ISPs in Europe; Windspeed to Establish Reseller Network in Key Markets.BRUSSELS, Belgium -- Simplicita, the company that frees carrier networks from zombies Zombies Companies that continue to operate even though they are insolvent. Also known as living dead. Notes: It's advisable to avoid investing in zombies at all costs their life expectancies are highly unpredictable. , today announced a strategic alliance with channel consulting firm Windspeed Services to establish a network of reseller partners in Europe for ZBX, Simplicita's carrier network security software. This partnership enables cable and Telco 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. (ISPs) in the United Kingdom, Sweden, Spain, Germany, France, Lithuania and Turkey to purchase ZBX from a trusted in-country services firm. Simplicita will demonstrate ZBX at the MAAWG MAAWG Messaging Anti-Abuse Working Group (Messaging Anti-Abuse Working Group) 7th General Meeting here next week. ZBX is a network-based solution which enables broadband ISPs to automate zombie discovery and cleanup, and disable botnets. Unlike conventional solutions that simply block Zombie traffic, ZBX uproots bot-controlled machines that violate ISP (1) See in-system programmable. (2) (Internet Service Provider) An organization that provides access to the Internet. Connection to the user is provided via dial-up, ISDN, cable, DSL and T1/T3 lines. acceptable use policies (AUP See acceptable use policy. AUP - acceptable use policy ) and protects end users by detecting malware that is hiding on their PCs. ZBX dynamically identifies hijacked PCs, switches them off the network, and provides subscribers with disinfection disinfection, n the process of destroying pathogenic organisms or rendering them inert. disinfection, full oral cavity, n a procedure used to reduce active periodontal disease, usually completed within a certain short time frame. tools without installing any software on their personal computers. "We are pleased to be working with Windspeed Services, one of the most respected channel consulting firms in the industry," said Frank Bergen, president and CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. of Simplicita. "Windspeed will enable Simplicita to provide ISPs with access to local resources and expertise, and help us quickly build market share in our key European markets." "Simplicita has developed the first automated, network-based system that allows ISPs to isolate and fix malware-controlled computers hiding on their networks," said Art Garafalo, Senior Partner, Windspeed Services. "Simplicita has a significant and untapped market opportunity, and we will provide the resources on the ground in Europe to rapidly establish a beachhead beach·head n. 1. A position on an enemy shoreline captured by troops in advance of an invading force. 2. A first achievement that opens the way for further developments; a foothold: for ZBX among cable and Telco ISPs." About Simplicita Simplicita frees carrier networks from zombie computers. The company has developed the first commercial software product for ISPs, including cable and Telco network operators, which dynamically identifies, isolates, and fixes zombies. The company's management team has built Internet infrastructure businesses acquired by software.com, Excite, and Verio. For more information, visit www.simplicita.com. About Windspeed Services Ventures Windspeed Services, an affiliate company of Windspeed Ventures, is a sales consulting firm that specializes in the creation and execution of tactical sales plan, strategic marketing and channel initiatives. Windspeed Services is hired by emerging vendor clients to rapidly implement worldwide sales channels. The company is operated by a collection of seasoned sales professionals with extensive experience in direct sales and worldwide partner channels. Windspeed's geographic coverage includes North America, Europe and Asia Pacific. For more information, visit www.windspeed.com |
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