Utimaco Adds Support for Windows Vista(TM) BitLocker(TM) into SafeGuard Enterprise.SAN FRANCISCO San Francisco (săn frănsĭs`kō), city (1990 pop. 723,959), coextensive with San Francisco co., W Calif., on the tip of a peninsula between the Pacific Ocean and San Francisco Bay, which are connected by the strait known as the Golden -- Utimaco * SafeGuard Enterprise, which allows central security administration of heterogeneous platforms, now also supports Windows Vista versions Following are the client versions of Windows Vista. Except for Starter 2007, all Vistas are available in 32- and 64-bit versions. See Windows Vista. Vista Starter 2007 A 32-bit version for PCs outside of the U.S. with BitLocker Drive Encryption BitLocker Drive Encryption is a full disk encryption feature included with Microsoft's Windows Vista and Windows Server 2008 operating systems designed to protect data by providing encryption for entire volumes. * Utimaco is one of Microsoft's strategic security partners * Users benefit from Windows Vista The current version of Windows for the desktop. It was released in late 2006 for businesses and early 2007 for consumers. Vista adds numerous features, including improved security and advanced multimedia capabilities. and Utimaco's comprehensive security features * Presentation at RSA Conference The RSA Conference is a Cryptography-related conference held annually in the San Francisco Bay Area. The RSA Conference started in 1991 as a forum for cryptographers to gather and share the latest knowledge and advancements in the area of Internet security. in San Francisco (February 5(th) - 9th) The Data Security Company adds support for Windows Vista BitLocker Drive Encryption with Utimaco's security suite SafeGuard Enterprise at the RSA Conference in San Francisco. Windows BitLocker is a full volume encryption data-protection feature available in Windows Vista Enterprise and Ultimate editions. With SafeGuard Enterprise this new feature can be used in combination with other encryption methods while easily managed across heterogeneous platforms. Within the framework of the SecureIT Alliance, Microsoft invited Utimaco and other security partners to work with the Windows Vista product team to advance the capabilities of Windows BitLocker Drive Encryption by offering centralized policy based A decision made by any software application that is based on the policy (rules and regulations) of the organization. See policy and COPS. management using SafeGuard Enterprise for a variety of encryption techniques across heterogeneous IT environments. Utimaco SafeGuard Enterprise on Windows Vista supports encryption of non boot media, such as additional hard disk partitions and various types of removable media In computer storage, removable media refers to storage media which can be removed from its reader device, conferring portability on the data it carries. A removable drive is a reader device for such media. . The encryption functionality of SafeGuard Enterprise eases administrative management by supporting Microsoft Active Directory and Group Policy to help enforce an enterprise wide data protection policy, including key management, key recovery requirements, and emergency procedures. "Microsoft has a strong relationship with Utimaco, and we are excited about their next-generation introduction of SafeGuard," said Gerry Albert, Director of SecureIT Alliance for Microsoft Corp. "Microsoft worked closely with Utimaco's development team to help optimize support for innovative encryption technologies in Windows Vista and other products within our portfolio -- advancing state-of-the-art data protection to better guard mutual customers' valuable information assets." Other aspects of this strong partnership include joint marketing activities for the integrated solutions. The SafeGuard Enterprise Suite will be seen at Microsoft's "Contoso" presentation area at CeBIT 2007. Contoso is the fictitious midsize company created by Microsoft to show prospects their solutions in use. Daily business scenarios facilitate prospects in finding the right solution for their own company leveraging their productivity and efficiency as well as creating competitive advantages. "Our longstanding strong relationship with Microsoft is a major component to achieving our goal as The Data Security Company to help protect valuable customer data," explained Malte Pollmann, Vice President of Utimaco. "By including support for Windows BitLocker, we demonstrate how expanded technical cooperation increases value to new and existing customers of SafeGuard Enterprise. The names of actual companies and products mentioned herein may be the trademarks of their respective owners. Utimaco will be an active participant in the Microsoft Pavilion at the RSA Conference, February 5 - 8, 2007, Moscone Center The Moscone Center is San Francisco, California's largest convention and exhibition complex. The complex consists of two main underground halls underneath Yerba Buena Gardens, Moscone North and Moscone South, as well the three-level Moscone West exhibition hall across 4th Street. , San Francisco, CA Note to the editor Utimaco Solution Portfolio The comprehensive SafeGuard Solution Portfolio from Utimaco provides the full spectrum of data confidentiality and integrity wherever you are, whatever you do. SafeGuard Shield protects data on end devices and in networks (data at rest) SafeGuard Easy: Hard disk encryption Disk encryption is a special case of data at rest protection when the storage media is a sector-addressable device (e.g., a hard disk or a flash card). Disk encryption has many facets: SafeGuard PDA (Personal Digital Assistant) A handheld computer for managing contacts, appointments and tasks. It typically includes a name and address database, calendar, to-do list and note taker, which are the functions in a personal information manager (see PIM). : Secure authentication See authentication token and SecurID card. and data encryption on PDAs and smartphones SafeGuard PrivateDisk: Easy-to-use and powerful encryption of files and folders in virtual drives SafeGuard LAN (Local Area Network) A communications network that serves users within a confined geographical area. The "clients" are the user's workstations typically running Windows, although Mac and Linux clients are also used. Crypt: Group-based, transparent multi-user encryption SafeGuard CryptoServer: Hardware Security Module for master key protection and electronic processes SafeGuard Transit secures data during transmission (data in motion) SafeGuard Mail Gateway: Encryption appliance for central e-mail security SafeGuard PushMail: E-mail security for push mail services SafeGuard RemovableMedia: Security-to-go protection for all removable media (shipping Q2) SafeGuard PrivateCrypto: Easy encryption of e-mail attachments and other files SafeGuard SignatureServer: Security solution for generating qualified digital signatures SafeGuard Process secures data during processing (data in use) SafeGuard CryptoServer: Hardware Security Module for master key protection and electronic processes SafeGuard SignatureServer: Security solution for generating qualified digital signatures About Utimaco U.S.A. -- Based in Foxboro, Mass., Utimaco U.S.A. is a business unit of Utimaco Safeware AG. The company provides technical, sales and marketing services throughout North America and Canada for Utimaco's extensive line of platform-independent, mobile, desktop, and network security solutions. Utimaco has technology partnerships with market leaders such as IBM (International Business Machines Corporation, Armonk, NY, www.ibm.com) The world's largest computer company. IBM's product lines include the S/390 mainframes (zSeries), AS/400 midrange business systems (iSeries), RS/6000 workstations and servers (pSeries), Intel-based servers (xSeries) Lenovo, Microsoft, RSA (1) (Rural Service Area) See MSA. (2) (Rivest-Shamir-Adleman) A highly secure cryptography method by RSA Security, Inc., Bedford, MA (www.rsa.com), a division of EMC Corporation since 2006. It uses a two-part key. , Cisco, Symantec and Siemens. A full list of technology partners as well as reseller partners can be found at http://americas.utimaco.com. Utimaco is a founding member of the SecureIT Alliance created by Microsoft. Utimaco Safeware - The Data Security Company. Utimaco is the leading provider for data security solutions. The Data Security Company enables mid-sized to large organizations to safeguard their data assets against attacks and to comply with privacy laws by protecting their confidentiality and integrity. In response to twenty-first century threats - the new world of Data Security 2.0 - Utimaco's complete range of solutions provide full 360O protection unlike free, end-point or built into encryption solutions which only cover specific security needs. Its advanced SafeGuard Solutions help to manage and secure data in what ever conditions: during storage (data at rest), during transmission (data in motion) and during processing (data in use). Utimaco offers its customers comprehensive on site support via a worldwide network of partners and subsidiaries in Europe, the USA and Asia. Utimaco Safeware AG, with headquarters in Oberursel, near Frankfurt, Germany, is listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange Frankfurt Stock Exchange The largest of Germany's eight securities exchanges, operated by Deutsche Borse AS. (ISIN Isin (ĭs`ĭn), capital of an ancient Semitic kingdom of N Babylonia. The city became important after the third dynasty of Ur fell to the Elamites and the Amorites (c.2025 B.C.). The phase from c.2025–c.1763 B.C. DE0007572406). For more information, visit our website at www.utimaco.com Additional information: SecureIT Alliance: www.secureitalliance.org |
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