SANTA CLARA, Calif., May 15 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- McAfee, Inc.
(NYSE: MFE) today announced that National Health Service Connecting for
Health (NHS CFH) has selected solutions from McAfee to provide encryption
and port control, to protect confidential data on NHS computers and
devices. As part of the NHS contract, McAfee Data Protection will provide
700,000 licenses for device encryption, port control, secure content
encryption and mobile encryption to NHS organizations and related bodies
across England.
McAfee Data Protection's world-class enterprise solution will encrypt
confidential staff and patient data, helping to safeguard the NHS from data
breaches and protect those whose data resides on NHS systems. Data will be
protected on all devices such as PCs, laptops, PDAs and smartphones,
content on hard drives and removable media; and computer ports to prevent
unauthorized use of portable media connected to USB, serial and parallel
ports.
The technology integrates with existing software deployment tools and
can be deployed centrally across the network to all endpoints. The
installation process is quick and effective. The technology is completely
transparent to the end-user and does not impact productivity or require any
specialized training. It also mitigates human error, thereby reducing data
security threats. Its central reporting function aids compliance and the
graphical presentation of information assists ICT teams in their management
reporting.
"McAfee Data Protection technology closely matched our extensive
requirements and at a price that represents exceptional value for the
taxpayer," said Mark Ferrar, director of infrastructure, technology office,
NHS Connecting for Health. "Protecting patient data and NHS operational
data against data security threats is essential. The McAfee product is an
enterprise class solution that integrates with existing software deployment
tools, can be deployed in both standalone and organization-wide scenarios
and meets the required stringent security standards."
"The desire for a national agreement for encryption software followed
guidance to NHS organizations issued by NHS Chief Executive David
Nicholson," said Jan Van Vliet, vice president of sales, McAfee Data
Protection Business Unit, EMEA. "As part of the agreement, we are also
working closely with our partner, Trustmarque Solutions, to set up a
nationwide structure to offer training and implementation for IT managers
within the applicable NHS bodies across England."
About McAfee, Inc.
McAfee, Inc., headquartered in Santa Clara, California, is the world's
largest dedicated security technology company. It delivers proactive and
proven solutions and services that secure systems and networks around the
world, allowing users to browse and shop the Web securely. With its
unmatched security expertise and commitment to innovation, McAfee empowers
home users, businesses, the public sector and service providers by enabling
them to comply with regulations, protect data, prevent disruptions,
identify vulnerabilities and continuously monitor and improve their
security. http://www.mcafee.com.
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in the US and/or other countries. McAfee Red in connection with security is
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CONTACT:
Sal Viveros of McAfee, Inc., +1-408-346-3696,
Sal_Viveros@McAfee.com; or Ian Bain of Red Consultancy,
+1-415-618-8806, ian.bain@redconsultancy.com, for McAfee, Inc.
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