Alcatel launches integrated firewall solution for DSL subscribers

M2 Communications - Paris -- Alcatel, the world leader in Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) solutions, today announced a new addition to its Speed Touch-family of high-speed modems : the Speed Touch Pro with Firewall. This new modem provides a cost-effective integrated solution combining an asymmetrical DSL (ADSL) router and powerful firewall software, as well as the possibility to implement managed services.

The Speed Touch Pro with Firewall combines three major advantages. Placing the firewall at the point of network access is more secure than conventional PC-based firewall technology and increases efficiency and manageability. It also enables managed services, meaning the service provider can perform segmentation of its client base by differentiating services. A third advantage is the Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet integrated in the router-installation of software on the clients' PC's is no longer necessary, which creates more stability.

Marc Hermans, president of Alcatel's Customer Premises Division, said, " Speed Touch Pro with Firewall has created a competitive edge for service providers. Alcatel fulfills the needs of business customers who are seeking high-speed Internet access and high security at an affordable price."

Source: Alcatel