Critical Path has released Memova Anti-Abuse Appliance Version 2.0, which adds SPF (Sender Policy Framework) authentication,
new anti-spam capabilities, and new administrative controls. Memova Anti-Abuse Appliance is a plug-and-play solution specifically
designed for service providers that sits at the network gateway and stops spam, viruses, and malicious attacks such as denial-of-service
and phishing. Version 2.0 enables service providers to check the validity of e-mail sender addresses using SPF Classic --
a standard for e-mail authentication currently under review by the IETF. New anti-spam features in Version 2.0 slow the processing
of messages from potential spam sources, preventing spammers from quickly delivering high volumes of spam. In addition, enhanced
administrative controls in Version 2.0 let service providers easily customize anti-spam and anti-virus services at the domain,
class-of-service, and subscriber levels.
IBM (Profile, Products, Articles) software aids business process management in SOAs
August 31, 8:05 a.m. PDT
IBM announced software to help businesses easily map IT transactions to business functions by taking advantage of the Business
Process Execution Language (BPEL) open standard. BPEL Tracking for Tivoli Monitoring for Transaction Performance works in
conjunction with Tivoli software to let companies view a single business function, showing users which business functions
are impacted by IT transaction problems and allowing them to prioritize which problems to address based on the business processes
that are most critical. The software is available on IBM's
alphaWorks.
LANDesk Software (Profile, Products, Articles) updates LANDesk Management Suite
August 31, 8:05 a.m. PDT
LANDesk Software is shipping LANDesk Management Suite 8.6, which enables secure system management over the Internet via the
LANDesk Management Gateway. The gateway does not need a VPN or dedicated leased line to enable endpoint security and configuration
management. Version 8.6 also features support for Intel (Profile, Products, Articles) Active Management Technology (AMT). Extended recovery and troubleshooting tools enable remote problem resolution from a single,
centralized console even when the remote computer is unresponsive. LANDesk Management Suite 8.6 also offers improved role-based
administration, reporting, and software distribution, and Macintosh and Linux (Overview, Articles, Company) management capabilities. Version 8.6 is available now priced at $89 per node. Upgrade pricing is also available.
CDW introduces suite of ROI toolkits
August 31,
8:05 a.m. PDT
CDW this week introduced tools to help customers make provisioning and procurement decisions about network security, server
consolidation, and wireless networking. The toolkits, which are based on models generated from customer and industry feedback,
provide a realistic method for predicting the ROI (return-on-investment) of technology solutions from leading manufacturers.
The toolkits are available immediately.
HP offers entry-priced enterprise management solution
August 30,
6:20 a.m. PDT
HP has added an entry-priced, easy-to-deploy enterprise management solution to its client management portfolio. HP OpenView
Client Configuration Manager offers an integrated solution for managing software in enterprise environments, including integrated
inventory collection, software distribution, and patch management. An installation wizard allows the product to be deployed
with minimal training or consulting costs. Customers can upgrade to other fully featured solutions in the HP OpenView Configuration
Management portfolio as their needs grow and evolve. Estimated street pricing for HP OpenView Client Configuration Manager
is $25 per seat license, including a year of free telephone support and product updates. The product is expected to be available
in October.
Nsite (Profile, Products, Articles)
launches Process Builder feature for SOX compliance
August 29, 8:10 a.m. PDT
Nsite on Monday announced a new feature that helps sales and service organizations more easily comply with regulations such
as Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX). Nsite Process Builder is an enhancement to Nsite's Predictive Routing Engine that provides a self-service
way to pre-define business rules that impact revenue cycle-related sales processes. Process Builder lets organizations easily
adapt to changes in the business processes and comply with complex and ever-changing compliance requirements. Nsite also offers
a reporting tool for auditing process flow throughout the enterprise. Nsite is delivered as a subscription-based service via
the Web and hosted by IBM.
Tenebril (Profile, Products, Articles)
releases anti-spyware solution
August 29, 8:10 a.m. PDT
Tenebril on Monday announced SpyCatcher Enterprise, a spyware solution that protects enterprise computers from hyper-mutating
and custom-coded spyware. SpyCatcher Enterprise provides continuous, proactive protection using the Tenebril Spyware Profiling
Engine, a new approach to combating spyware that incorporates contextual analysis to detect a wide range of spyware, even
when embedded deeply in the operating system. In addition, SpyCatcher Enterprise provides the ability to recover even highly-infected
PCs, automating and simplifying the removal process and preventing computers from being inadvertently compromised. SpyCatcher
Enterprise is available immediately priced starting at $25 per seat. Volume discounts are available.
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