Jun, 2001 : BellSouth Introduces New Security Service For SMEs

📅 June 4, 2001 - BellSouth (bellsouth.com) today announced the availability of a new service level for its Managed Firewall solution, providing more affordable Internet protection for small and medium-sized business customers.

BellSouth Managed Firewall - Silver is a fully managed solution that delivers security services and round-the-clock monitoring by security experts at an affordable price for customers with more limited Internet access needs. The package features the latest in security software and hardware from industry-leading vendors including Check Point and Nokia, as well as managed security services from Internet Security Systems.
Managed Firewall - Silver supports up to 100 IP addresses and is a complete security solution that includes a thoroughly tested security platform, professional on-site installation and online access to the BellSouth Security Management System for reports and service requests .
"Security is of prime concern regardless of the size of your business,'' said Rex Adams, vice president of e-Business with BellSouth. "Whenever a connection is made to the Internet, your business is exposed to threats. BellSouth is now making its Managed Security Services available to a broader segment of our business customers by providing them with a fully managed solution at a price point that is affordable for both small and mid-sized businesses.''
Managed Firewall - Silver security technology from Check Point and Nokia. The premise equipment installed at a customer's site is based on the Nokia IP110 and IP330 security appliances that integrate the full implementation of Check Point VPN-1/FireWall-1, a comprehensive suite of IP networking functions and remote management capabilities. These compact security appliances provide a low-cost, simple-to-deploy security infrastructure and are ideal for small to medium size enterprises that rely on Internet access and a secure network to do business.
``While effective security requires more than just a firewall, many businesses still do not have access to an appropriately configured firewall that is monitored 24x7,'' continued Adams. ``BellSouth realizes that small and medium sized businesses have as great a need for protection from Internet security threats as do large enterprises, but do not necessarily have access to the latest technology or the ability to hire and train a staff of security experts. This is yet another example of how BellSouth is continually expanding upon its e-Platform initiative by offering the latest technology, infrastructure and trained personnel to our customers.''