Check Point Announces VPN-1/FireWall-1 SmallOffice
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Extends its Secure Virtual Network (SVN) architecture to deliver enterprise-class security on cost-effective partner appliance platforms REDWOOD CITY, Calif., Sept. 18, 2000 – Check Point Software Technologies (Nasdaq: CHKP), the worldwide leader in securing the Internet, today unveiled VPN-1/FireWall-1 SmallOffice, a software solution that extends the company's Secure Virtual Network (SVN) architecture to bring comprehensive Internet security to enterprise small remote offices and small businesses. Check Point is integrating VPN-1/FireWall-1 SmallOffice with high-performance, low-cost security appliances -- the first of which are also being announced today by Check Point partners Intrusion.com (Nasdaq: INTZ) and Ramp Networks (Nasdaq: RAMP). As part of its "Check Point Everywhere" strategy, the company is expanding its reach by leveraging its market and technology leadership and partnerships with OPSEC appliance vendors to develop and deliver "best-of-breed" integrated security solutions across a variety of appliance platforms. "Small and enterprise remote offices need security solutions that are robust, affordable and easy to manage," said Chris Christiansen, program director, Internet Security, International Data Corporation. "Through partnerships, Check Point has produced a new class of integrated VPN/Firewall appliances and is well-positioned to capture a leading share of this growing market." "Companies of all sizes connecting to the Internet are looking for world-class robust Internet security," said Asheem Chandna, vice president of business development and product management for Check Point Software Technologies. "Our new VPN-1/FireWall-1 SmallOffice offerings bring Check Point's market-leading technology and management capabilities downstream to provide small and remote offices with comprehensive security previously only available to larger enterprises." Integrated "Best-of-Breed" Security Products VPN-1/FireWall-1 SmallOffice provides full firewall protection as well as integrated site-to-site remote access VPN capabilities for enterprise remote offices or small businesses with 5 to 50 employees. VPN-1/FireWall-1 SmallOffice has been integrated into the following partner appliances, enabling all-in-one security solutions that are flexible, affordable and easy-to-use. The integrated security appliances provide small offices with high bandwidth Internet access, scalability and enterprise-class security. The products work with Check Point's award-winning management solutions, allowing them to be managed locally, centrally within an enterprise, or as a managed service via telcos/service providers.
With the introduction of VPN-1/FireWall-1 SmallOffice on partner platforms, Check Point is achieving new cost-effective levels for enterprise remote and small offices, starting at under $1,000 (US list price) for integrated security appliances. These appliances will be available through Check Point's and its respective partners' worldwide network of distributors, authorized resellers and service providers. Check Point is extending its world-class SVN architecture to a complete range of businesses, thus enabling the company to meet all types of security needs for all types of customers-- from consumers, to small businesses, to enterprises of all sizes. About Check Point Software Technologies Check Point Software Technologies is the worldwide leader in securing the Internet. The company's Secure Virtual Network (SVN) architecture provides the infrastructure that enables secure and reliable Internet communications. SVN secures business-to-business (B2B) communications between networks, systems, applications and users across the Internet, Intranets and extranets. Check Point's Open Platform for Security (OPSEC) provides the framework for integration and interoperability with "best-of-breed" solutions from over 250 leading industry partners. For more information, please call us at (800) 429-4391 or (650) 628-2000 or visit us on the Web at http://www.checkpoint.com or at http://www.opsec.com. ### 2000 Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. All rights reserved. Check Point, the Check Point logo, FireWall-1, FloodGate-1, INSPECT, IQ Engine, Meta IP, Open Security Extension, OPSEC, Provider-1, User-to-Address Mapping, VPN-1, VPN-1 Accelerator Card, VPN-1 Appliance, VPN-1 Certificate Manager, VPN-1 Gateway, VPN-1 SecuRemote, VPN-1 SecureServer, Secure Virtual Network and ConnectControl are trademarks or registered trademarks of Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. or its affiliates. All other product names mentioned herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. The products described in this document are protected by U.S. Patent No. 5,606,668 and 5,835,726 and may be protected by other U.S. Patents, foreign patents, or pending applications. Internet Security Systems and RealSecure are trademarks, and SAFEsuite a registered trademark, of Internet Security Systems, Inc. |
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