Columbitech Wireless VPN Adds Linux Server Support

Columbitech's Wireless Security Platform Adds Support for 
SUSE Linux Enterprise Server

New offering allows for easy deployment and increased operational efficiency

NEW YORK – January 16, 2007 – Mobile security solutions provider Columbitech
today announced support for SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 9 and 10. This new
offering combining Columbitech Wireless VPN with SUSE Linux Enterprise Server
enables customers to automatically set up any computer to be a VPN server and
firewall within minutes. The result is a software-only solution with low
deployment cost, delivering full security, PCI compliance for retailer's
wireless infrastructure and unique usability features. 

The retail sector is recognizing the advantages and cost savings of a Linux
system and as a result, Linux adoption is rising. SUSE Linux Enterprise
Server includes a unique set of server administration, configuration and
deployment tools to simplify installation and system maintenance. With a
secure wireless network based on SUSE Linux Enterprise Server, Columbitech's
customers enhance security, reduce overhead as well as improve reliability
and operational efficiency. The entire solution is pre-configured and
available with any common distribution media. 

"We are continuously expanding our product portfolio to stay ahead of market
demands and meet customer requirements,” said Asa Holmstrom, President of
Columbitech. "Columbitech's support for SUSE Linux Enterprise Server assists
enterprises in search of an independent, secure platform that allows them to
leverage existing IT investments and stay competitive.”

Columbitech Wireless VPN gives mobile individuals and enterprises secure
uninterrupted access to mission-critical systems across any combination of IP
networks. SUSE Linux Enterprise Server allows companies to benefit with the
latest advancements in virtualization and open standards technologies by
delivering a reliable, high performance open source platform.

As well as support for Linux, Columbitech Wireless VPN supports Windows 2000,
Windows XP, Windows Mobile 2003, Windows Mobile 5, Symbian 9.1, pSoS, DOS,
Linux and VxWorks. 


About Columbitech
Columbitech, the market leader in embedded wireless security, develops and
markets solutions for the securing of wireless access to corporate data,
without sacrificing performance and ease-of-use. Customers include service
providers, retailers, military and government agencies, and other mobile
staff who require proven reliability and security for their wireless
communications. The Columbitech solution is OEM licensed by leading
companies, including Symbol Technologies, Toshiba TEC, Hewlett Packard and
Ericsson. With products built from the ground up for the wireless world,
Columbitech offers end-to-end security, convenient always-on connectivity,
and optimized performance. The Columbitech solution holds a FIPS 140-2
certification and is in the evaluation process for Common Criteria
Certification. Columbitech is privately held with offices in Stockholm,
Sweden, and New York, USA. For more information, please visit
www.columbitech.com. 




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