IdentityGuard Provides New Security Solution for Windows OS

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Entrust IdentityGuard recently released a versatile authentication platform which is compatible with many of the Windows operating systems including Vista, Windows XP, Windows 7, and Windows Server 2008. Entrust is a leading provider in identity protection services for companies, consumers and online businesses. The new security solution will provide access authentication for Windows desktops and servers.

Entrust IdentityGuard allows businesses and corporations to secure access to computers for the end user by providing authentication choices from the grid card which has been patented by Entrust and one-time password tokens. The authentication applies regardless if the end user is accessing the desktop while connected to the network or using the PC offline.

With IdentityGuard businesses can provide security in layers which regulates the type of access each user can have and according to a specific transaction. IdentityGuard is compatible with many different types of applications and a diverse organization of users.

The authentication process for IdentityGuard involves a username and password, one-time passcode (OTP) which is delivered over SMS or email, a grid and grid eGrid cards for two-factor authentication, IP geolocation which identifies the IP address location, digital certificates for use in software and smart cards, and a wide variety of one-time passcode tokens which also include a token for mobile devices. The token for mobile devices works with the Entrust IdentityGuard Mobile which allows businesses to verify their customers, business associates, and vendors through a smartphone device.

For business security IdentityGuard provides hefty authentication for remote access through a secure VPN (Virtual Private Network) which is provided by leading VPN providers such as CheckPoint, Cisco, and Citrix. There is also an 802.1x for wireless access security.

IdentityGuard provides multichannel support for phone, email, kiosk, SMS, and onsite service if necessary. Businesses are protected when they deploy the appropriate authenticator system for user groups which is customized according to the level of associated risks, needs of the end user, and cost. IdentityGuard also provides comprehensive security for consumers with a wide range of authentication methods, security tokens, Entrust TransactionGuard, and the Entrust Open Fraud Intelligence Network.

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