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Gemalto (Euronext NL0000400653 GTO), the world leader in digital
security, and Microsoft are demonstrating the only .NET smart card
technology with support built into Microsoft Windows Server 2008.
Gemalto also announced its immediate support for Windows Server 2008
with its Strong Authentication Server and family of two-factor
security devices.
These solutions strengthen Windows Server 2008 security for
enterprises. They help protect digital identities, secure data and
applications, and address the security risks of user names and static
passwords.
"Microsoft is pleased to be working with Gemalto to expand the
offerings for customers of Windows Server 2008," said Ward Ralston,
group technical product manager for Windows Server Marketing at
Microsoft Corp. "Our industry partners play an essential role in
ensuring that our customers have the best technology foundation
available, and the .NET smart card helps deliver valuable new
functionality to our joint customers."
A smart card closely ties PKI certificates to individuals and
provides a second factor of authentication in a convenient form that
its owner can take and use anywhere. Smart cards also enhance policy
driven security, a key strategy for companies combating IT security
threats and conveniently meeting regulatory requirements. Smart cards
can, for example, enable enterprises to grant individuals more levels
of access when the card is present than when it is not.
Another feature is the built-in support of Gemalto .NET smart
cards to the Windows platform. This integration allows the cards to
work seamlessly with Microsoft´s Terminal Services, Active Directory
Domain Services, Active Directory Federation Services, Active
Directory Certificate Services, smart card login and the powerful new
virtualization features, while eliminating the need for middleware
integration.
"One of the most exciting aspects of Windows Server 2008 is the
way virtualization will work, and how Gemalto can play a vital role to
strengthen its security," said Marvin Tansley, director of network and
identity systems alliances for Gemalto. "Virtualization will
significantly increase the number of internal and Web applications
requiring secure access. Gemalto helps ensure that the convenience of
single logons to multiple applications is not misused or compromised."
Gemalto´s security devices available for immediate use with
Windows Server 2008 range from one-time password (OTP) tokens to its
latest innovation, the Smart Enterprise Guardian (SEG). The SEG is a
joint development with Lexar that provides up to two GB of smart card
protected data storage and Gemalto .NET for strong authentication and
digital signature all in one USB device.
More information about Gemalto .NET for Windows Server 2008 is
available at www.gemalto.com.
About Gemalto
Gemalto (Euronext NL 0000400653 GTO) is the leader in digital
security with pro forma 2007 annual revenues of over EUR 1.6 billion,
more than 85 offices in 40 countries and about 10,000 employees
including 1,300 R&D engineers.
In a world where the digital revolution is increasingly
transforming our lives, Gemalto´s solutions are designed to make
personal digital interactions more convenient, secure and enjoyable.
Gemalto provides end-to-end digital security solutions, from the
development of software applications through design and production of
secure personal devices such as smart cards, SIMs, e-passports and
tokens to the deployment of managed services for its customers.
More than a billion people worldwide use the company´s products
and services for telecommunications, financial services, e-government,
identity management, multimedia content, digital rights management, IT
security, mass transit and many other applications.
As the use of Gemalto´s software and secure devices increases with
the number of people interacting in the digital and wireless world,
the company is poised to thrive over the coming years.
Gemalto was formed in June 2006 by the combination of Axalto and
Gemplus.
For more information, please visit www.gemalto.com.
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