FBI's Cyber Security Program to Examine Wireless LAN Security
Thursday January 15, 5:05 am ET


BELMONT, Calif., Jan. 15 /PRNewswire/ -- The Mansfield Group, LLC ( http://www.itvshop.com ) the leading independent provider of 802.11 security solutions for Federal agencies, Government contractors and enterprise organizations today announced that company founder and chief security officer, Brian Mansfield will speak at the upcoming San Francisco InfraGard Conference on February 19, 2004 at the Symantec corporate headquarters in Cupertino California. Mr. Mansfield will discuss the inherent security vulnerabilities of 802.11 networks and the impact on our nation's corporate IT infrastructure.
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InfraGard ( http://www.infragard.net ) is the FBI's cyber security outreach program, which is a partnership between private industry and the U.S. government. The InfraGard initiative was developed to encourage the exchange of information between the government and the private sector members to help increase the security of the United States national infrastructures. The San Francisco InfraGard chapter ( http://www.sfbay-infragard.org ) is one of the largest and most active of the FBI's IntrafGard chapters.

As the lead instructor of the WLAN Security Workshop ( http://www.itvshop.com ), Mr. Mansfield has helped many enterprise organizations successfully integrate mission critical WLAN security solutions into their existing IT infrastructures. Beginning next month in Houston Texas, and in Orlando Florida, the Mansfield Group will launch their 2004 Featured Security Providers for the upcoming workshop series. The 2004 Featured Security Providers include: Vernier Networks, Fortress Technologies, Legra Systems, Funk Software, Newbury Networks, WildPackets, AirMagnet, and Cisco Systems. "We're excited to announce such an outstanding group of proven technology leaders as our 2004 Featured Workshop Security Providers," says Brian Mansfield. "These companies represent the best of breed within the industry at delivering enterprise class WLAN security solutions." Some of the award winning and innovative technologies featured by these providers include: 802.1X & WPA security, FIPS 140 WLAN systems, WLAN switches & VPN Gateways, Intrusion Prevention Systems, wireless VLANs, Protocol Analyzers & Wi-Fi Scanners.

About The Mansfield Group, LLC (TMG)

The Mansfield Group, LLC is a Silicon Valley consulting firm specializing in 802.11 security integration services for Federal agencies, Government contractors, and enterprise organizations. TMG regularly conducts 802.11 security workshops for IT professionals in major cities across the U.S. Attendees at recent workshops include representatives from: DHS, DOJ, DOD, U.S. Navy SPAWAR, U.S. Air Force, Raytheon, Northrop Grumman, EDS, and NASA Johnson Space Center. Upcoming workshop dates and registration info can be viewed online at: http://www.itvshop.com .




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Source: The Mansfield Group, LLC

INVENTEL ANNOUNCES ITS FIRST BLUETOOTH CORDLESS HOME PHONE, OFFERING BOTH VOICE COMMUNICATION AND DATA TRANSFER CAPABILITIES



INVENTEL ANNOUNCES ITS FIRST BLUETOOTH CORDLESS HOME PHONE, OFFERING BOTH VOICE COMMUNICATION AND DATA TRANSFER CAPABILITIES

The French company INVENTEL, an industrial and engineering company specializing in radio communication, is launching its first residential cordless phone using Bluetooth technology. In the near future, Bluetooth will help cordless phones go beyond voice communication. The company’s new phone features advanced features such as a color display, polyphonic melodies, integrated games, a directory that holds up to 200 entries, and caller ID. It can also receive and send SMS text messages. With a unique radio link that allows voice communication and data transfer, the main benefit of this phone is its capacity to exchange data with other terminals equipped with Bluetooth and, more particularly, to communicate with cell phones.

802.11 (Part 15) Devices and the Rules and Regulations...

A list of the two papers Tim Pozar has written on the Rules and Regulations that touch 802.11 users. The latest one is a much more complete treatment on the subject of regulations and 802.11 devices. He suggests you read it first.

802.11 (Part 15) Devices and the Rules and Regulations...

Enterprise WiFi Market Research

WDRG Expects Deskbound Industries Will Continue to Avoid Wi-Fi, even with Security and Management Improvements



Mobile Applications to grow Enterprise WLANs to $1.7 billion by 2008



January 13, 2004



San Mateo, California: - According to WDRG’s new report, Enterprise Wi-Fi 2004, the ever-increasing number of roaming workers will continue to drive the growth of corporate WLANs. However, over-analysis of .a/.b/.g developments and security standards has obscured the importance of the mobility applications that will push the market’s expansion. The majority of clients on corporate WLANs will continue to be laptops, PDAs, or phones. Desktops will largely stick to Ethernet LANs. But as more work gets done while not at work, more industries will reconsider their 802.11 deployment plans. Consider that :



Ø If security has been so inadequate, why have so many health providers embraced WLANs?

Ø Most clients in university Wi-Fi networks are laptops, while handhelds dominate in warehouses, how will this impact future APs and switches?

Ø Some colleges have one AP for every 15 students, others have one per 100 students, why such a large discrepancy?

Ø If there are too many 802.11 companies, why do some startups have over 100 customers?

Ø Education, Health Care, and Logistics have accounted for the majority of 802.11 revenues outside the home, but how far will their share of the Wi-Fi market drop?



“Companies that claim they are waiting for security to be strengthened typically do not need Wi-Fi regardless of what authentication or encryption tools it uses, because their IT environments are dominated by desktop PCs,” said David Gross, author of the study. “And wireless equipment vendors pushing the productivity benefits of checking e-mail in a conference room or a hallway just make IT managers laugh. From patient record keeping to inventory management, WLAN deployments will continue to depend on portable activities tied to revenue, not incremental expense savings. Just as many cell phone users have embraced the British term “mobile phone”, perhaps it is time to stop calling them Wireless LANs, and refer to these networks as Mobile LANs instead.”



The report titled Enterprise Wi-Fi 2004,- WLAN Switch Vendors Taking Alternate Routes to “Secure” Vertical Market Revenues, includes a competitive analysis of the major WLAN vendors, a discussion of market opportunities, and five-year forecasts for access points, switches, gateways, and controllers – all broken down by industry and region.



Enterprise Wi-Fi 2004 is available for digital download at the WDR web site at www.wirelessdataresearch.com. For additional information on the report or WDR services, contact the sales team toll free at (800) 650-WDRG or direct at (561) 744-3861.



About The Wireless Data Research Group

The Wireless Data Research Group is an independent research and consulting firm dedicated to examining the business applications of wireless technology. Our customers, including investors, technology vendors, and end users, rely on WDRG for unbiased opinions and advice about the practical applications and total costs of ownership for wireless IT. WDRG supports customers around the world and across the spectrum of technologies and industries.

Gardening

Consumers Meet Bluetooth Wireless Technology at CES; Bluetooth Wireless Technology Demonstrated By 156 Companies at CES

OVERLAND PARK, Kan., Jan 13, 2004 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- The prevalence of Bluetooth wireless technology in consumer devices has never been more apparent than at last week's Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas. Over 150 members of the Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG) demonstrated the short-range wireless technology in products ranging from cell phone accessories to automobiles. Noteworthy advances include the first wireless headset for use with both an office and mobile phone, a one-handed Bluetooth enabled keyboard, and an iPod stereo adaptor that streams CD-quality audio over a Bluetooth wireless connection.

"We have been preparing for the day that Bluetooth enabled products reach a level of volume, diversity and quality deserving of the consumer market. That day finally came last week at CES," said Mike McCamon, executive director of the Bluetooth SIG. "Because of the many industries it draws, CES provides a unique opportunity to demonstrate the breadth of Bluetooth applications available to the consumer and business user."

Major announcements at CES involving Bluetooth wireless technology include:

-- CSR finds its way into the Navman GPS 4400 wireless car navigation
system
-- Heralding the Death of QWERTY, FrogPad Releases Bluetooth Enabled
One-handed Keyboard
-- GN Netcom Introduces First Ever line of Dual-Use Bluetooth(R)
Headsets -- Finally, Headsets That Work with Both Mobile Phones and
Any Desk Phone
-- Kodak Taps U.S. Mobile Imaging Market with Kiosk Offerings
-- Microsoft Unveils First Connected Concept Car
-- Motorola Expands Bluetooth Portfolio with New Wireless Speaker
Accessory
-- Plantronics introduces a new Bluetooth headset with Audio IQ(TM)
technology and integrated DSP that deliver breakthrough sound quality
in noisy environments.
-- TEN Technology Introduces Bluetooth Wireless Stereo Adapter and
Remote Control for the iPod
-- Think Outside, Inc. Announces New Bluetooth Keyboard Software
Standard: a Royalty-Free Driver for Smartphones and PDAs

Also at CES, the Bluetooth SIG along with marketing and events specialist GamePlan Marketing executed Operation Blueshock, a smart, unique, and cost- effective way for the non-profit trade association to build awareness around Bluetooth wireless technology.

CES and Operation Blueshock were the kick-off of the Bluetooth SIG's 2004 marketing and public relations campaign targeted at the consumer. "Consumers are largely still in the dark about Bluetooth wireless technology," said Mike McCamon, executive director of the Bluetooth SIG. "But finally, there are enough products on the shelves, and more to come soon as seen by the many product launches at CES, that we believe 2004 is the year the consumer meets Bluetooth wireless technology -- and understands why they want it in their lives."

About the Bluetooth SIG

Bluetooth(R) wireless technology is revolutionizing the personal connectivity market by providing freedom from wired connections. It is a specification for a small-form factor, low-cost radio solution providing links between mobile computers, mobile phones and other portable handheld devices, and connectivity to the Internet. The Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG), comprised of leaders in the telecommunications, computing, and network industries, is driving development of the technology and bringing it to market. The Bluetooth SIG includes promoter group companies Agere, Ericsson, IBM, Intel, Microsoft, Motorola, Nokia and Toshiba, and thousands of Associate and Adopter member companies. The Bluetooth SIG, Inc. headquarters are located in Overland Park, Kansas, U.S.A. For more information please visit www.bluetooth.com .

The Bluetooth word mark and logo are registered trademarks and are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc.

Contact:
Angel C. Schneider
Porter Novelli
512-241-2238
angel.schneider@porternovelli.com

SOURCE Bluetooth Special Interest Group

Angel Schneider of Porter Novelli, +1-512-241-2238, or
angel.schneider@porternovelli.com , for Bluetooth Special Interest Group

MobileMag : Motorola Unveils Bluetooth Wireless Speaker - Multimedia Devices - Mobilemag.com: "Motorola Unveils Bluetooth Wireless Speaker


This past week at CES in Las Vegas, Motorola, Inc. unveiled the latest addition to its Bluetooth portfolio -- the new HF800 Portable Wireless Speaker. The Motorola HF800 Portable Wireless Speaker is a compact and stylish accessory that can act as a hands-free speakerphone or wireless headset jack when connected to any compatible Bluetooth enabled device up to a 10-meter range."

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