Archive for February, 2008

Virtual Private Networks Get Faster

NTT has created a new type of technology that has quadrupled the speed of Virtual private networks (VPNs).
VPNs use encryption to create a virtual private line across a public phone link. NTT’s software allows data to pass efficiently through relay devices that link users.
The software is compatible with SSL-VPN, which uses the SSL encryption method, […]

Experts Warn Encryption Makes You More Vulnerable

TechWorld reports that a panel of security experts warned today that the use of data encryption could make organisations vulnerable to new risks and threats.
Experts from IBM Internet Security Systems, Juniper, nCipher and elsewhere said that data encryption also brings new risks, in particular via attacks - deliberate or accidental - on the key management […]

Bank Sohar Unveils Internet Banking

Bank Sohar has launched the Al Mumayaz consumer internet banking solution using a layered security infrastructure that included the VeriSign digital certificate, secured socket layers (SSL), 128-bit encryption, two levels of passwords, firewalls and most importantly the virtual keypad.
The layered approach to security has a cumulative effect to offer the best protection possible for confidential data. The […]

What are Wildcard SSL Certificates

Wildcard SSL solutions are often a good choice for Web professionals.
If you run multiple subdomains or have multiple servers, Wildcard SSL certifcates will allow you to secure more than one server with one easy purchase, which can mean huge savings.
Wildcard SSL certificates are a good solution for ISPs, Web hosts, and large, growing organizations with […]

Resell SSL Certificates

Web services is a highly competitive industry. Providers are constantly competing on price and service options. If your organization provides any of these Web services such as Web hosting, Web site design, or application development services, you can create more value and win more business by providing various types of SSL certificates as a product […]