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| Gemalto Network Identity Manager Online consumers wary of phishing, keyboard logging, bots and identity theft can now take control of their own network security with the Gemalto Network Identity Manager. This self-contained, portable, network security solution plugs into a USB port, works with a standard browser, runs on any PC and does not require any software installations or downloads. An onboard network computer and Internet software create a PIN-protected digital safety zone, impervious to malware lurking in the PC or on the Internet. Yet, it is simple and intuitive for anyone to use. In addition, the NIM supports the VeriSign Identity Protection Network, so consumers can use Gemalto's latest innovation with many different online businesses such as Northern Trust, Charles Schwab, PayPal, eBay and Yahoo! This completely new Gemalto digital security product achieves a number of industry firsts. It is the first 'zero-infrastructure' smart card type of device — no special readers, drivers, downloads or software installation are required — so it can be used easily on any PC. The NIM is also the first portable online security solution that is completely self-contained with its own Internet software and hardware. It only uses the host PC as a launching pad, so Trojans and other hostile software hiding in wait are made irrelevant. It verifies websites are authentic, removing the guesswork of sniffing out a fake site from the consumer. And it establishes an encrypted, mutually authenticated browser session directly with the desired online business. The result is a unique and direct connection, a sort of "sealed tunnel" that provides an end-to-end digital security solution that protects consumers against identity theft and account hijacking. Finally, it is the first portable security device based completely on existing Internet standards like TLS/SSL. This means Web service providers do not have to make major changes to support the Gemalto NIM. For issuers, it means no software or public key infrastructure to develop, buy and distribute for clients. Minimal IT and customer support on the help desk is required, resulting in lower operational costs and complexity. Gemalto's primary target market for NIM is online consumer transactions. Gemalto will work with leading organizations with large online communities who will issue NIM devices to their customers. Evaluation samples are available immediately. VeriSign VIP-enabled NIMs will be useable directly with any website that supports the VeriSign network. write your comments about the article :: © 2007 Computing News :: home page |