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Bytware Newsletter: November/December 2004

Wednesday, December 1st, 2004

Product News:
StandGuard Recycle Bin to be Distributed with i5/OS
Under an agreement with IBM, Bytware StandGuard Recycle Bin for iSeries will be shipped with all distributions of the IBM eServer iSeries operating system — i5/OS.

Product News:
StandGuard Anti-Virus Now Detects Patched Programs
A new “Object Integrity Scanning” feature has been added to StandGuard Anti-Virus, providing the ability to alert iSeries managers to changes made to IBM’s digital signatures by patched programs.

Education:
“Things You Should Know About IFS Security” by Tom McBride, IBM CEM
This very informative webcast presented by iSeries Network provides important insight into securing the IFS from one of IBM’s key authorities on the subject.

Education:
“The Challenges—and Myths—of SOX Compliance”
Focusing not on the usual product hype but rather on the process of creating an atmosphere for compliance, this free white paper is designed to help companies begin building a foundation with the tools they may already have on hand.

Case Study:
“SSA Goes on the Offensive Against Viruses”
Find out how the Social Security Administration is taking a proactive approach to security threats — including viruses and malicious code — and how StandGuard Anti-Virus is helping the agency make sure all of its platforms are covered.

Resources:
“Security Considerations for the IFS” by Carol Woodbury
Find out about the unique properties of the IFS and why this part of OS/400 is in fact vulnerable to the threat of viruses, worms, and malicious code… along with other great information about securing your system in this new article from iSeries Network.

Feature:
“Screen Tour of StandGuard Anti-Virus” by Mel Beckman
iSeries NEWS takes you on a screen tour of StandGuard Anti-Virus in this online version of an article from the most recent issue of the magazine. Get a third-party view of the functionality and usability of the award-winning virus scanner.

Article:
“SGAV Now Detects Patched OS/400 Programs” by Alex Woodie
IT Jungle’s “Four Hundred Stuff” takes a look the revolutionary new feature of StandGuard Anti-Virus known as Object Integrity Scanning (OIS), and talks to IBM’s Pat Botz on the importance of using OIS to identify and keep tabs on patched programs.

Tech Tip:
Free Tools for Getting Started with Security Policies
If your company doesn’t have a security policy that identifies classes of users and the types of information they should or shouldn’t be allowed to access, you’re missing a key component of a truly secure network. Here are two free tools that can help you get policies in place.

Tech Tip:
Streamlining Message Management with User Actions
Messenger’s Event Console allows you to easily run frequently used actions on events using the User-Defined Actions, greatly extending the capabilities of the Work with Events display. You can event create shortcuts to the commands you use most often to resolve problems. Find out how… (Requires a valid Messenger support ID and password.)

Tech Tip:
Identifying Potential Stability Problems & Compliance Exposures
Find out how StandGuard Anti-Virus’s Object Integrity Scanning function can help check system integrity, protect against patched programs that could behave like viruses, and help with Sarbanes-Oxley compliance. Plus get tips on what to do when a patched program is found.

Win an iPod:
The Great Security Caper Comes to a Close at Year’s End
The story of the Evans data theft case is coming to a close at the end of December, and with the finale comes your chance to submit your accusation. You could win a brand new Apple iPod! There’s still time to gather the clues! Visit the Houston Record website today!

Important Notice: e-mail and Contacting Bytware
Due to the onslaught of Spam, we are forced from time to time to change the e-mail addresses of some of our staff. Because of this, we encourage you to contact us by phone rather than e-mail whenever possible. The address that you have for your Bytware contact could be changed, resulting in the failure of your message to reach us. We want to always provide your with the very best service possible, so to be certain that your needs do not fall victim to Spam just give us a call at 775-851-2900. You can also fax us at 775-851-2995, or use the contact forms on our website at http://www.bytware.com/contact/

Contacting Bytware, Inc.
For sales and product inquiries, please use our online contact form.
For technical support please fill out our online support form.
If you prefer to speak to someone by phone, please call 775.851.2900, Monday – Friday, 6 am – 5 pm PST.

© 2004 Bytware, Inc.

Bytware Newsletter: September/October 2004

Friday, October 1st, 2004

Product News:
Recover Deleted Files Easily with StandGuard Recycle Bin
Has an important file ever been deleted from your system? It’s happened to us all, whether deleted by accident, by a virus, or by a disgruntled employee. Now you can avoid time-consuming restoration—or even the file forever—with StandGuard Recycle Bin.

Product News:
MessengerOne Discontinued

Bytware has announced that the entry-level member of the Messenger family—MessengerOne—has been discontinued. Support will continue through September 30, 2005, and current users can upgrade to MessengerPlus at a 50% discount.

Premier Promotion:
Get StandGuard Recycle Bin at 50% Off!
Our latest StandGuard Premier Promotion offers users of our StandGuard Security solution or StandGuard Anti-Virus to purchase the revolutionary new StandGuard Recycle Bin utility at a 50% discount. Customers who do not currently own these products may also take advantage of this offer at the time of new purchase. Offer expires November 30, 2004.

Win an iPod:
The Great Security Caper Story Set to Wrap Up at Year End

Time is running out for your chance to win a new, top-of-the-line Apple iPod! With more Evans employees being implicated in the Houston Record, the security caper plot will draw to a close as the year ends. Follow the story, find the clues, and catch the thief for your chance to win in this tie-in game to Bytware print and web ads!

Key Software Update:
PTF for using StandGuard Recycle Bin with StandGuard Network Security
This PTF allows StandGuard and StandGuard Recycle Bin to function properly on the same iSeries system. (Requires a valid Bytware StandGuard Recycle Bin support ID and password.)

Free White Paper:
The Challenges—and Myths—of Sarbanes-Oxley Compliance
There’s a lot of talk out there about Sarbanes-Oxley compliance and one-click solutions. Before going for the hype, find out about the challenges and myths of bringing your iSeries operations into the fold. The iSeries features a wealth of built-in tools, and much of what you need may already be in your hands. Download from our special SOX resources section.

New Case Study:
City of Farmington, New Mexico, Relies on MessengerPlus
Information Services Administrator Rick Weinstein maintains the computer services vital to the booming community of Farmington, New Mexico, including power utilities and 911 services. As Weinstein points out, it’s the iSeries and MessengerPlus that make smooth operations possible.

Visit us at COMMON:
iSeries Refined@305
Be sure to visit us at booth 305 at Fall COMMON in Toronto for presentations, a chance to win prizes, and information on the best solutions in the industry! See you October 17-21!

Tech Tip:
Choosing Your SMTP Port in MessengerPlus
Did you know that MessengerPlus now allows you to choose your port for the SMTP setup? Take advantage of this feature and select the port you would like your server to use for SMTP Mail. (Requires a valid Bytware MessengerPlus support ID and password.)

Important Notice:
e-mail and Contacting Bytware
Due to the onslaught of Spam, we are forced from time to time to change the e-mail addresses of some of our staff. Because of this, we encourage you to contact us by phone rather than e-mail whenever possible. The address that you have for your Bytware contact could be changed, resulting in the failure of your message to reach us. We want to always provide your with the very best service possible, so to be certain that your needs do not fall victim to Spam just give us a call at 775-851-2900. You can also fax us at 775-851-2995, or use the contact forms on our website at http://www.bytware.com/contact/

Contacting Bytware, Inc.
For sales and product inquiries, please use our online contact form.
For technical support please fill out our online support form.
If you prefer to speak to someone by phone, please call 775.851.2900, Monday – Friday, 6 am – 5 pm PST.

© 2004 Bytware, Inc.

Bytware Newsletter: June/July 2004

Thursday, July 1st, 2004

Product News:
StandGuard Anti-Virus Shipping with i5/OS V5R3
Bytware, Inc. and IBM signed an agreement this week allowing Bytware’s StandGuard Anti-Virus for iSeries to be shipped with all distributions of IBM’s new operating system, i5/OS V5R3 (OS/400 Version 5 Release 3).

Product News:
StandGuard Network Security Becomes Simply StandGuard
The ServerProven flagship security product StandGuard Network Security has been renamed as simply StandGuard to encompass its broad security applications.

Virus News:
Massive Internet Attack Threatens Millions with Trojan
A massive attack on the World Wide Web last week affected thousands of popular websites. Simply visiting an affected page may have cause users to become infected with a Trojan horse that can allow hackers to obtain passwords and other critical information from remote systems.

Win an iPod:
The Plot Thickens in the Great Security Caper
The fourth issue of the Houston Record is now online and the plot thickens in the Evans Business Solutions data theft case. Follow the story, find the clues, and catch the thief and you could win an Apple iPod in this tie-in game to Bytware print and web ads! Find out more and start playing today!

Workshops:
Summer and Fall Workshop Dates Available
You’ve bought the product, but are you getting the most from your investment? If you would like a head start improving your company’s productivity, then our workshops are ideal for you! We can help you make the most of your information systems dollars and ensure that you are using all the valuable features of your Bytware product.

Key Software Update:
IBM PTF and StandGuard Anti-Virus Users
Bytware has identified some situations in which messages containing viruses can cause the OS/400 Mail Server to crash. Follow these instructions to update your system and correct the issue. (Requires a valid Bytware StandGuard Anti-Virus support ID and password.)

Key Software Update:
McAfee 4320 Scanning Engine
The 4240 AV engine for OS/400 will go end of life in September 2004. After that date, new virus signature files (DATs) and new product releases are no longer tested with the 4240 engine. StandGuard Anti-Virus 1.x users should review this information to avoid incompatibilities and ensure that your software is up-to-date. (Requires a valid Bytware StandGuard Anti-Virus support ID and password.)

Tech Tip:
Getting the Best Anti-Virus Performance Under V5R3
You’ve made the move to native anti-virus protection. Now be sure that you are getting the most out of StandGuard Anti-Virus with these performance considerations and tips. (Requires a valid Bytware StandGuard Anti-Virus support ID and password.)

Important Notice:
e-mail and Contacting Bytware
Due to the onslaught of Spam, we are forced from time to time to change the e-mail addresses of some of our staff. Because of this, we encourage you to contact us by phone rather than e-mail whenever possible. The address that you have for your Bytware contact could be changed, resulting in the failure of your message to reach us. We want to always provide your with the very best service possible, so to be certain that your needs do not fall victim to Spam just give us a call at 775-851-2900. You can also fax us at 775-851-2995, or use the contact forms on our website at http://www.bytware.com/contact/

Contacting Bytware, Inc.
For sales and product inquiries, please use our online contact form.
For technical support please fill out our online support form.
If you prefer to speak to someone by phone, please call 775.851.2900, Monday – Friday, 6 am – 5 pm PST.

© 2004 Bytware, Inc.