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[September 30, 2003] Funk Software Announces Odyssey 802.1X WLAN Access Client For Pocket PC Funk Software today announced the availability of Odyssey Client for Pocket PC, an 802.1X WLAN access client that establishes secure wireless connections between Pocket PC 2002 handheld devices and enterprise networks.With Odyssey Client for Pocket PC, network managers can provide secure wireless connectivity for mobile workers who rely on their handheld devices for everyday business operations, and seamlessly integrate them into the enterprise’s existing security infrastructure. They can roll out secure WLAN access to all wireless PCs and handheld devices utilizing a single security model and authentication scheme, and add the protection of Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) encryption across the network if desired. Odyssey Client for Pocket PC is a comprehensive 802.1X WLAN access client that is ideally suited to enterprise-wide deployment. It supports numerous WLAN security protocols – including EAP-TTLS, PEAP, TLS, and LEAP – and encryption methods – including WPA and WEP. Handheld users can be safely authenticated against existing stores of user names and passwords, or other credential stores such as token systems. With this new platform support, Odyssey Client is now available to run on Windows XP/2000/98/Me/Pocket PC, and is the only 802.1X access client to support WPA across all operating systems. “Like our Odyssey Client software for desktop PCs, the Pocket PC version of our 802.1X access client provides a combination of strong security, fast deployment, and manageability that makes it ideal for enterprise use,” said Joe Ryan, vice president of Funk Software. “With the availability of Odyssey Client for both PCs and handhelds, network managers have a complete solution for equipping end users’ computing devices with wireless access quickly and safely.” Odyssey Client for Pocket PC runs on Compaq iPaq 3800 and 2900 series, Toshiba e74, Cassiopeia E-200, and NEC Mobile Pro P300, and it is compatible with any 802.1X-compatible WLAN adapter card. It ships with built-in pre-configuration tools for rapid, automated roll-out, and provides intuitive operation that ensures rapid adoption by end users. These features minimize the deployment and ongoing support costs associated with providing secure WLAN access. Odyssey Client is part of a complete 802.1X-based WLAN security solution that also requires a compatible RADIUS server such as Funk Software’s Odyssey Server or Steel-Belted Radius, and WLAN access points and wireless adapter cards. This complete system provides comprehensive access control, complete password or token security, and protection against wireless eavesdropping. |