Targus Extends Leadership in Security Products with New Line of DEFCON(TM) Combo Locks for Notebook Computers; Armor Combo and Serialized Video Port Combo Locks Provide Range of Security Options for Mobile Users.LAS VEGAS Las Vegas (läs vā`gəs), city (1990 pop. 258,295), seat of Clark co., S Nev.; inc. 1911. It is the largest city in Nevada and the center of one of the fastest-growing urban areas in the United States. -- Targus Inc., maker of the world's best-selling best·sell·er also best seller n. A product, such as a book, that is among those sold in the largest numbers. best notebook cases and accessories, today announced two new additions to its DEFCON DEFCON Defense Readiness Condition DEFCON Defense Condition DEFCON Define Constant (mathematics) DEFCON Defence Contract Condition (TM) line of security locks for notebook computers - the DEFCON CL Armor Combo Lock and the DEFCON SVPCL Serialized Video Port Combo Lock. The new locks join the successful line of DEFCON notebook security products, to provide mobile users a wide variety of options for protecting their notebook computers from theft. "The ease and convenience of traveling with notebook computers makes business travel much more productive," said Michael Greco This article is about the British actor and poker player. For the former president of the American Bar Association, see Michael S. Greco. Michael Greco , director, U.S. product marketing, for Targus. "DEFCON locks from Targus provide an effective deterrent from theft, making us a leader in this category. The company continues to expand and improve the range of notebook security devices we offer for both corporate accounts and consumers." The DEFCON serialized combination locks offer the convenience of "key-less" security, offering corporate customers access to a secure, password-protected Web site to retrieve lost or forgotten combinations rather than the conventional "master key" solution, which requires the time-consuming and risky process of sending a master key to an employee out on the road, maintaining a duplicate set of keys or calling a locksmith. DEFCON CL Armor Combo Cable Lock (Model #ASP10US) Offering simple yet effective security, the new Armor Combo Cable Lock incorporates extreme "cut-resistant" steel-on-steel cable construction that attaches to any notebook computer, desktop monitor or projector with a lock slot. The Armor Lock's steel cable is covered by steel ringlets ringlets npl → tirabuzones mpl; bucles mpl ringlets npl → anglaises fpl ringlets ring npl to prevent the cable from being cut with cable-cutters. In fact, the steel ringlets are so strong that attempts to cut the cable typically result in damage to the cutters. Each user determines their own four-digit combination. The cable is 6.5 feet long, fits any standard lock slot, and comes with a limited one year warranty. Suggested retail price is $54.99 with availability in March. DEFCON SVPCL - Serialized Video Port Combo Lock (Model #PA492S-1) The DEFCON SVPCL Combo Locks are pre-set at the factory with a four-digit combination and can be attached to any computer, projector or LCD monitor A flat panel display that uses liquid crystals. Although laptops have used LCDs as their flat panel technology almost exclusively, LCD is also the most popular for flat panel desktop monitors. Toward the end of 2003, sales of LCD displays for desktops overtook CRTs for the first time. equipped with a video port. Corporate customers are assigned a password-protected secure account, which can be accessed only by the IT manager. When users forget or lose their combinations, the IT manager logs onto the secure site and enters the serial number etched etch v. etched, etch·ing, etch·es v.tr. 1. a. To cut into the surface of (glass, for example) by the action of acid. b. in the head of the lock to retrieve the user's combination. Featuring a patented pass-through video port cable to provide functionality and convenience, the SVPCL pass-through cable simply plugs into the monitor or projector video cable, allowing the monitor to be used as well as secured. Constructed of vinyl-coated stainless steel stainless steel: see steel. stainless steel Any of a family of alloy steels usually containing 10–30% chromium. The presence of chromium, together with low carbon content, gives remarkable resistance to corrosion and heat. cable measuring 6.5 feet long, the SVPCL includes a security base plate with screws and a desktop PC chassis lock adapter. Offered with a limited one year warranty, the suggested retail price is $29.99 with availability in March. The following market-leading DEFCON notebook security products from Targus are currently shipping: --DEFCON SCL (1) (Switch-to-Computer Link) Refers to applications that integrate the computer through the PBX. See switch-to-computer. (2) A file extension used for ColoRIX bitmapped graphics file format (640x400 256 colors). (language) SCL - 1. Serialized Cable Lock (Model #PA410S-1) - $34.99 --DEFCON CL Notebook Computer Cable Lock (Model #PA410U) - $34.99 --Ultra Max Notebook Cable Lock (Model #ASP02US) - $44.99 --DEFCON VPCL VPCL Visual and Parallel Computing Laboratory (University of Georgia) - Video Port Combination Lock (Model #PA492U) - $29.99 --DEFCON VPKL - Video Port Key Lock (PA496U) - $29.99 About Targus Targus invented the notebook case and continues to advance the mobile accessories category with innovative and relevant solutions for today's mobile lifestyle. Targus products enhance productivity, connectivity, and security, liberating users to work in any and all environments with the utmost convenience and comfort. Founded in 1983, Targus headquarters are located in Anaheim, Calif., with offices worldwide and distribution agreements in more than 145 countries. More information is available at www.targus.com. Editor's Note Editor's Note (foaled in 1993 in Kentucky) is an American thoroughbred Stallion racehorse. He was sired by 1992 U.S. Champion 2 YO Colt Forty Niner, who in turn was a son of Champion sire Mr. Prospector and out of the mare, Beware Of The Cat. Trained by D. : High-resolution images of the Targus DEFCON Armor Combo Cable Lock and Serialized Combo Locks are available by contacting Pat Harriman at 949-477-0710 or pharriman@maples.com. |
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