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Security specialist SonicWALL, expanded its suite of firewall security services with the addition of Kaspersky Anti-Virus to its Enforced Client Anti-Virus and Anti-Spyware solution. SonicWALL Firewalls ensure easy deployment, provisioning and enforcement of the client on endpoint devices through a unique policy-driven engine. SonicWALL Next-Generation and Unified Threat Management firewalls already provide gateway anti-virus through SonicWALL’s proprietary reassembly-free deep packet inspection anti-malware solution, protecting the perimeter, wireless and VPNs. But viruses can still enter the network through other entry points, including laptops, thumb drives or other unprotected systems. Read More…

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ComGuard brings Cyberoam and Safenet together to target SMB’s & Enterprises end-users in the Middle East region. The exclusive deal from ComGuard bundles Cyberoam UTM and SafeNet security package consisting five SafeNet eToken Pass along with SafeNet Safe Word 2008 Migration Pack, that offers any channel partner five SafeNet eToken Pass along with SafeNet Safe Word 2008 Migration Pack for free on purchase of selected range of Cyberoam UTM appliances. Read More…

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NETGEAR announced launch of Universal Dual-Band WiFi Range Extender (WN2500RP) in the Middle East region. The new product has been designed specifically to extend the wireless range and optimize performance of any existing home network. WN2500RP extends the coverage of both the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz WiFi signals from an existing wireless router or gateway, providing consumers with the convenience of a flexible and improved WiFi connection.
The WiFi range extender provides users with key features like simultaneous dual-band WiFi that runs on both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands concurrently, doubling WiFi bandwidth and reducing WiFi interference.Read More…

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Global leader in flash memory storage solutions, SanDisk unveiled high performance X100 solid state drive (SSD). SanDisk X100 SSD is available in capacities up to 512GB1 and utilizes multi-level cell (MLC) technology, a SATA 6Gb/s high-performance interface, advanced multi-streaming features and tiered caching technology. The drive offers up to 500/420 megabyte per second (MB/sec)2 sequential read/write speeds, and enables a user to copy a 4GB high-definition movie in less than 10 seconds (Standby Mode). Read More…

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EMPA, the leading IT distributor in the region named Nicholas Argyrides as its managing director. Nicholas comes onboard EMPA with years of IT distribution experience in the Middle East region. Nicholas joins EMPA after having worked with Logicom, another leading name in the IT distribution business in the Middle East region. In his new role, he will be directing EMPA’s business strategy and spearheading the firm’s overall operations across the region.Read More…

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GFI Software announced the availablity of its cloud-based anti-malware and anti-spam email security solution, GFI MailEssentials Complete Online for SMBs throughout the Middle East region. GFI MailEssentials Complete Online is designed to meet the evolving needs and increasing sophistication of SMB IT operations by providing access to email protection as a cloud-based service. “SMBs demand choice and flexibility when strengthening their email security practices. SMBs are looking for cost-effective solutions but they also see great value in implementing redundant layers of protection and email continuity by deploying a cloud-based service in conjunction with their existing on-premise solutions.Read More…

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Despite tackling an ever-growing array of complex new threats in difficult market conditions Kaspersky Lab has successfully achieved 14% growth worldwide and clocked US$612 million as its annual turnover for the year 2011. “Our global team has worked really hard to develop many new innovative technologies and to implement them in our latest products. We are proud of the high regard that our work has received worldwide” commented Eugene Kaspersky Chairman and CEO of Kaspersky Lab. “We are ready for the new challenges of the upcoming year, further improving technologies and developing our business success worldwide.”Read More…

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Griffin recognised the efforts of its Saudi based distributor SHASTECH and awarded it as the Best Authorised Distributor in the Middle East for the year 2011. During the annual CES conference held in Las Vegas, Griffin praised SHASTECH’s hard work, efforts, and ability to increase Griffin’s regional market share by over 60% in 2011, securing the first as Griffin’s products best reseller in the Middle East.Read More…

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Leading value added distributor in the MENA region, ComGuard announced the launch of its exclusive bundle offer of Kaspersky and Safenet targeting corporate end-users. As per the offer, any reseller buying 300 licenses of Kaspersky Open Space Security suite will get five SafeNet eToken Pass along with SafeNet Safe Word 2008 Migration Pack for free.Read More…

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To benefit from growth sighted in the Middle East market for security software, VASCO Data Security established its new regional headquarters at Dubai Silicon Oasis that will streamline VASCO’s existing sales operation in Bahrain and reflect its growing presence in the GCC. T. Kendall Hunt, Founder, CEO and Chairman of VASCO Data Security, said: “The Middle East remains a lucrative market for our operations. Secure online banking, e-commerce, e-government and enterprise security are our key markets, which are crucial requirements for leading enterprises based in the region.Read More…

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Madar Holding, the international arm of the building materials business of Saudi-based Al Fozan Group, announced it has registered significant reduction in IT operational costs over a period of 11 months through leveraging eHosting DataFort (eHDF)’s managed IT services. eHosting DataFort provides Madar Holding with a secure data centre environment to host critical business applications including their ERP systems, communications and security infrastructure. As one of its initial outcomes, eHosting DataFort successfully migrated Madar’s IT infrastructure to a centralised environment from a formerly fragmented model.Read More…

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Leading business-mapping software developer, MindGenius partnered with Tech Africa to increase its penetration of products and services into the African continent. MindGenius mind mapping software allows organisations to effectively capture, manage and work with information within their organisation and specifically delivers business value in activities such as project planning, brainstorming, strategic planning, task management and information mapping.Read More…