Rainbow Technologies Acquires a Leading eCommerce Systems Integration Firm.

IRVINE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 12, 1999--

Rainbow Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:RNBO), Wednesday announced that it has acquired Systematic Systems Integration in a cash transaction valued at approximately $9.5 million.

Systematic Systems is a leading California-based eCommerce integration services firm with approximately 60 employees and 1998 revenues in excess of $8 million.

Walter Straub, president and chief executive officer of Rainbow, said: "Systematic enables companies to seamlessly integrate diverse software and hardware platforms, communication systems and Internet technologies. By combining their proven expertise with Rainbow's established leadership in digital security, we greatly enhance our ability to provide customers with the services critical to meet their eCommerce business needs."

Straub added: "This acquisition is a major step towards our goal to provide Internet services solutions to a broader market. It will enable us to help current and prospective customers to move existing business systems to the Internet -- securely."

Founded in 1984, Rainbow Technologies is a leader in applying security-related technology to solve business needs. Rainbow applies its core technology to a variety of Internet applications from securing software to the acceleration of secure communication for eCommerce and Virtual Private Networks.

Rainbow's products include secure web server and VPN acceleration boards; anti-piracy and Internet software distribution solutions; software metering and management tools; voice, data and satellite security systems; USB-based authentication tokens; and smart card readers.

The company has headquarters in Irvine and maintains offices throughout the United States, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Australia, China, India, The Netherlands, Russia and Taiwan. Visit the Rainbow Technologies Web site at www.rainbow.com.

Certain statements in this news release are forward-looking and involve a number of risks and uncertainties. The company's actual results could differ materially from those indicated by such statements as a result of various factors, including the successful integration of the acquisition, its ability to build an e-commerce presence, and other factors discussed in Rainbow Technologies' Form 10-K and Form 10-Q on file with the Securities and Exchange Commission and other filings made with the SEC from time to time.

Customers can't bank on this HSBC branch remaining open; CAMPAIGN TO SAVE RURAL FACILITY AS ONLINE BANKING IS NO ALTERNATIVE.(News)

Byline: RACHAEL MISSTEAR

PARTS of Wales are becoming ever more isolated by the closure of branches by major banks, it was claimed yesterday.

In the past two decades almost 7,500 branches have closed in Britain and the Campaign for Community Banking Services said Wales faced real problems which could damage communities and even tourism.

It also said limited broadband access in many of these areas had an adverse impact on customers left with neither internet banking nor face-to-face service.

The claims came as a campaign begins to prevent the closure of a rural branch of HSBC in Ceredigion. The banking group said its Llandysul branch was no longer viable but closing it was a last resort.

It also plans to shut in Llanrhaeadrym-Mochnant in Powys and Pontycymer, near Bridgend.

Its branch in Treharris, near Merthyr, closed last month.

Derek French, who heads the Campaign for Community Banking Services, said the closures would have a detrimental effect on local people and small businesses.

"The situation in Wales is really quite serious as so many of the rural communities have only one bank," he said.

"Historically, the old Midland Bank was very strong in Wales and now as HSBC it is the most aggressive on bank closures."

Campaigners in Llandysul, which also lost a branch of Lloyds TSB a few months ago, have launched a petition to save it.

HSBC has closed 11 "under-used" branches in Wales since 2009, but they have not all been in rural areas.

The bank said the branches earmarked for closure in Wales shared a common issue of falling customer usage.

A spokesman said: "We have pounds 100m to spend on updating and improving our network each year and, if we can invest in branches to increase footfall, we will.

"Branch closures are an absolute last resort."

HSBC said there would be no redundancies and branch staff would be absorbed back into the company.

Businessman and Ceredigion council leader Keith Evans, from Llandysul, said the decision was disappointing.

"I've held a business account at the HSBC branch in Llandysul for the last 40 years, and I'm disappointed we're losing our local branch," he said.

"It's not just people in Llandysul who will suffer, it's people from the surrounding areas as well."

Mr Evans said he understood the logic behind HSBC's decision, adding that customers were increasingly using electronic means to access their bank accounts which had an impact on high street branches. "The problem is rural communities tend to be those that have the worst access to internet with broadband speeds lagging behind the rest of the country," he said.

"For many it is just not practicable to bank online.

"We lost a branch of Lloyds a few months ago and many of their customers transferred to HSBC because they had a presence in the town and now they're going.

"I think this is part of a wider problem of a decline in rural services, which has included things like post office closures in recent years."

Llandysul still has branches of Barclays and NatWest but Ceredigion MP Mark Williams has also voiced concern about the closure of HSBC.

Mr French said his figures suggest that over the past 20 years 7,388 banks have closed in Britain, including converted building societies, leaving fewer than 10,000 branches.

Of those, some 2,000 are converted building societies, mainly in big town centres, and the big four banks operate the only branches in 97% of rural and suburban communities where only one bank remains.

The campaign believes there are 56 communities across Wales left with just one bank.

IEEE Launches New Smart Grid Experts Video Series.

IEEE, the world's largest professional association advancing technology for humanity, today launched a new video series featuring interviews with IEEE experts from around the world discussing the latest smart grid trends and issues. Visitors to the IEEE Smart Grid Web Portal (http://smartgrid.ieee.org/) will gain access to insightful viewpoints by leaders from industry, government and academia who are directly involved in the development and implementation of smart grid globally.

The new IEEE Smart Grid Expert Spotlight video series provides comprehensive discussions with an international perspective on a broad range of smart grid topics, including business and technical considerations.

The series includes in-depth conversations with a vast range of international experts including project leaders from the European Commission, active ICT (information and communications technology) and power engineers, top industry executives, government leaders, and globally recognized university professors who specialize in smart grid.

As part of the ongoing video interview series, this new IEEE Smart Grid Expert Spotlight kicks-off with a conversation with Chuck Adams, 2009-2010 President of the IEEE Standards Association (IEEE-SA). Interviewed during the IEEE Smart Grid World Forum in Brussels, Belgium, Mr. Adams provides insight on standards and their relevance to smart grid. Also featured are excerpts from presentations given by Jim Prendergast, IEEE Executive Director, exploring global and regional smart grid developments, and Ralf Christian, CEO of Siemens Energy Sector's Power Distribution, discussing consumer consumption renewables and the reality of smart grid.

A new video interview will be posted each week for visitors to the IEEE Smart Grid Web Portal to access anytime from any location.

For information about IEEE Smart Grid and to view each of the videos in the series, please visit: http://smartgrid.ieee.org.

The video interviews can also be viewed on the IEEE Smart Grid YouTube Channel at: http://www.youtube.com/user/IEEESmartGrid.

To subscribe to the IEEE Smart Grid Newsletter please visit: http://smartgrid.ieee.org/publications/smart-grid-newsletter.

Follow @ieeesmartgrid on Twitter at http://twitter.com/ieeesmartgrid. Join IEEE Smart Grid on LinkedIn: IEEE Smart Grid. About IEEE IEEE, the world's largest technical professional association, is dedicated to advancing technology for the benefit of humanity. Through its highly cited publications, conferences, technology standards, and professional and educational activities, IEEE is the trusted voice on a wide variety of areas ranging from aerospace systems, computers and telecommunications to biomedical engineering, electric power and consumer electronics. Learn more at http://www.ieee.org

Keywords: Aerospace, Electric Power, Energy, Engineering, IEEE, Internet, Leisure, Oil & Gas, Power Distribution, Technology, Telecommunications, Web Portals, World Wide Web.

This article was prepared by Telecommunications Weekly editors from staff and other reports. Copyright 2011, Telecommunications Weekly via VerticalNews.com.

Striker's Innovative Fiber Cement Score, File, and Saw Multi-Tool is Now Available at the Home Depot .com.

Mooresville, NC (PRWEB) June 08, 2011

Designed for professional flooring installers, siding installers, and extreme do-it-yourselfers the Striker Score offers innovative features no other tool has and allows for quick and easy scoring and snapping. It is also the recommended as the safest way to cut carcinogenic fiber cement. The folding, two sided hardened steel file features a Tungsten T-90 v-shaped carbide tip and integrated notching saw along the top edge. The Striker Score scribes deep, wide cuts with minimal force into fiber backer board, siding, roofing, linoleum, laminates and plastics. The aluminum ergonomic skeleton frame is lightweight and has a removable pocket clip, spring steel blade lock, and a striking cap to set nail pops. Best of all, the Striker Score is now available at the HomeDepot.com (direct link)

Contractors and installers can safely cut fiber cement indoors and in tight or remote areas without creating dangerous dust. The crosscut files located along both sides of the hardened steel blade allow the user to smooth out any rough edges and eliminate the need to pull out a file or rasp. Serrations along the blades top edge create a notching saw that makes quick work when cleaning out corners around plumbing, junction boxes, and HVAC openings.

The Striker Score also features a striking cap at the end of its sleek, ultra-light aluminum handle that acts like a hammer to allow the user to knock out cut pieces and set nails to the correct depth. The folding blade and removable pocket clip lets the tool fits easily on a belt, in a pocket, or in a pouch. A thumb stud is located on the fold out file to safely open and close the blade, and a spring steel lock to securely locks the blade open.

The Striker Score is currently available online at homedepot.com for $12.97 here (model #00102 Internet#202760822). For more information please call 1-704-658-9332 or go to the Striker Hand Tools website at: http://www.StrikerHandTools.com

Demonstration Videos of the Striker Score featuring product tester Jamie and showing Paul making quick work of a backer board install can be found online here. To download a zip file of press ready images please click the following link: Press Images

Researched, designed and tested by professionals, Striker(R) products provide users with functional, innovative solutions. They are engineered for reliability and performance in demanding work environments. All Striker(R) products are designed and engineered in the USA and are protected with design and utility patents.

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Obama Administration Proposes Cybersecurity Legislation.

During recent congressional sessions, Members of Congress have introduced approximately 50 cyber-related bills. Congressional leaders have suggested, however, that no bill would move forward until the Obama Administration set forth its own proposals. On Thursday, May 12, 2011, the Administration unveiled its recommendations for comprehensive cybersecurity legislation, which consist of seven separate proposals.1 If enacted, the Administration's proposals would have a far-reaching impact on the cybersecurity practices of major sectors of the economy, including the defense, telecommunications, energy, electricity, banking, and financial services industries. This alert briefly addresses four of those proposals.2 First, the Administration proposes to increase the authorities of the Department of Homeland Security ("DHS") to direct federal cybersecurity efforts for civilian systems and to facilitate public-private cooperation on cybersecurity by immunizing certain private sector cooperation with DHS. To do so, the Administration proposes to amend the Homeland Security Act through a new "Department of Homeland Security Cybersecurity Authority and Information Sharing Act." See democrats.senate.gov/pdfs/WH-cyber-general-authorities.pdf. Although this proposal would establish a comprehensive framework for the Federal Government's cybersecurity activities, and would seek to remove legal barriers to the provision of private assistance to help the Government with its own cybersecurity defenses, it does not remove all uncertainty about the patchwork of federal and state laws, many of which predate the widespread use of the Internet, that may encumber private cybersecurity efforts. The Administration's proposal does contain limitations on liability for certain private sector cooperation and state law preemption provisions relating to private disclosure of cybersecurity information to the Federal Government. Second, the Administration proposes to establish a new "Cybersecurity Regulatory Framework for Covered Critical Infrastructure Act," which would impose significant new cybersecurity obligations upon owners and operators of designated covered critical infrastructure. See democrats.senate.gov/pdfs/WH-cyber-critical-infrastructure-provisions.pdf. In particular, it would require them to develop and implement cybersecurity plans, which would be subject to evaluation by private cybersecurity auditors. If owners and operators fail to address cybersecurity risks, they could potentially be subject to certain regulatory actions by DHS. Owners and operators of covered critical infrastructure would also have to file annual certifications with either the SEC or DHS addressing the adequacy of their cybersecurity plans and their implementation efforts. Third, the Administration proposes to establish a uniform federal standard for notifying consumers of certain data breaches. See democrats.senate.gov/pdfs/WH-cyber-breach-notice.pdf. The Administration's proposal would impose a new federal obligation on any business entity--with exemptions for certain health-care entities--in possession of personally identifiable information on more than 10,000 individuals to provide prompt notice to affected individuals about security breaches of certain personal data. The new federal requirement would be subject to enforcement actions for injunctive relief and monetary penalties by the Federal Trade Commission and state attorneys general, but not to enforcement by private parties. This uniform federal approach would preempt the data breach notification laws of 47 States and the District of Columbia by "supersed[ing] any provision of the law of any State, or a political subdivision thereof, relating to notification by a business entity engaged in interstate commerce of a security breach of computerized data." Finally, the Administration proposes to preempt state restrictions on the location of data centers. See democrats.senate.gov/pdfs/WH-cyber-data-center.pdf. The Administration's proposal states: "Except where expressly authorized by federal law, no law, rule, regulation or order, or other administrative action of any State or any political subdivision thereof shall require that a business entity locate a data center in such State or political subdivision thereof as a condition precedent to the certification, licensure, or any other approval relating to the operation of such business entity." The Administration acknowledges that the purpose of this proposed legislation is to facilitate the further innovation and adoption of "cloud computing" technology. The Administration's public transmittal of these legislative proposals to Congress may lead to a renewed emphasis on enacting comprehensive cybersecurity legislation, an issue that has already attracted significant interest from many Members and a wide variety of congressional committees.

Footnotes

1 The Administration's legislative proposals and a section-by-section analysis are available at the website of Senator Harry Reid (D-NV). See democrats.senate.gov/newsroom/record.cfm?id=332834&.

2 This alert does not address the Administration's proposals to enhance the criminal penalties and civil remedies available for certain violations of the computer-crime statute in 18 U.S.C. s. 1030; to amend the Federal Information Security Management Act of 2002, which allocates information security authorities within the Executive Branch; and to recruit and retain cybersecurity employees at DHS.

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Panda Internet Security 2011 Receives AV-Test Certification for Windows 7.

M2 PRESSWIRE-May 4, 2011-: Panda Internet Security 2011 Receives AV-Test Certification for Windows 7(C)1994-2011 M2 COMMUNICATIONS

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Bracknell -- Panda Internet Security 2011 has been certified by prestigious independent laboratory AV-Test (http://www.av- test.org/) in its Q1 2011 Product Review and Certification Report. During the 1st quarter of 2011, AV-Test reviewed 22 security solutions in the areas of protection, repair and usability. The solution from Panda Security --The Cloud Security Company- detected 100 percent of samples in the malware batch used by AV-Test, as well as those from its 'in the Wild' list.

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The AV-Test 'Protection' tests covered static and dynamic malware detection, including real-world 0-Day attacks. In the case of 'Repair', they checked system disinfection and rootkit removal in detail. Finally, the 'Usability' testing included the system slow-down caused by the tools.

Panda Internet Security 2011 reached 5 out of 6 in Protection, and 4.5 out of 6 in Repair and Usability, scoring above average in every single category tested. Only 17 of the 22 products passed all the tests and were judged worthy of AV-Test's Certified badge.

For more information about these certifications, go to http://www.av-test.org/certifications .

For more information, visit http://www.pandasecurity.com/ or our press site http://press.pandasecurity.com/ .

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Tel. 0844 335 3791

Panda Security (UK) is part of the Panda Security SRL company group. (c) Panda

About Panda Security

Founded in 1990, Panda Security is the world's leading provider of cloud-based security solutions, with products available in more than 23 languages and millions of users located in 195 countries around the World. Panda Security was the first IT security company to harness the power of cloud computing with its Collective Intelligence technology. This innovative security model can automatically analyze and classify thousands of new malware samples every day, guaranteeing corporate customers and home users the most effective protection against Internet threats with minimum impact on system performance. Panda Security has 61 offices throughout the globe with US headquarters in Florida and European headquarters in Spain.

Panda Security collaborates with Special Olympics, WWF and Invest for Children as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility policy.

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IAC Expands Agreement with Google.

IAC announced that it has amended its agreement with Google and extended it through March 31, 2016.

According to a release, the agreement, through which Google provides IAC's search products and network partners with sponsored listings and other search-related services, had previously been scheduled to expire at the end of 2012. The amended agreement, taken as a whole, is comparable to the previous agreement.

"Our Search business has grown meaningfully over the past five years, from $58 million in Operating Income Before Amortization in 2006 to $125 million last year, and generated pre-tax free cash flow in excess of $500 million over that period," said Greg Blatt, CEO of IAC. "The industry continues to grow at attractive rates and we have every opportunity for continued growth and success."

IAC operates more than 50 diversified Internet businesses across 30 countries.

More information:

www.iac.com

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Marin County, California, Customers Receive More 3G Coverage With Two New Verizon Wireless Cell Sites; Investment increases consumer value as demand grows for calls, e-mail, text, Web, video and music.

WALNUT CREEK, Calif., Feb. 11 /PRNewswire/ -- Marin County residents, businesses and visitors are enjoying improved service thanks to two new Verizon Wireless cell sites. The sites expand 3G wireless coverage in:

Dillon Beach -- coverage spans north on Oceana Drive, south on Marine View Drive and east on Dillon Beach Road

San Rafael -- coverage spans north to Point San Pedro Road, south on Highway 101 and east on Highway 580, from the Highway 101 and Highway 580 junction, and west to Highway 101 and Yacht Club Drive

The increase in coverage and capacity means the network can carry more calls, e-mails, text and picture messages in more places, and offer greater wireless access to the Web.

The company's ongoing network investment in California now totals nearly $5.7 billion. Nationally, Verizon Wireless has invested more than $55 billion since it was formed -- $5.5 billion on average every year -- to increase the coverage and capacity of its premier nationwide network and to add new services. The result is the nation's largest, most reliable 3G network that powers services such as Mobile Broadband and Email.

Businesses of any size can tap into the power of Mobile Broadband. The service allows users to connect to the Internet wirelessly while on the go to download music over-the-air, and access e-mail or corporate data.

Small business owners interested in Mobile Broadband, and other wireless solutions, can visit http://smallbusiness.vzw.com where they will find:

An online forum to share experiences and connect with other business owners

Access to Small Business Specialists in each Verizon Wireless store

Discounts and promotions to help businesses stretch their budgets

Summaries of mobile solutions like email, wireless Internet and Push to Talk service

24/7 tech support

Verizon Wireless tests its network and those of its competitors. The company determines if voice calls and data connections are successful on the first attempt and stay connected.

Nationally, Verizon Wireless' real-life test men and women drive 91 specially equipped vehicles almost 1,000,000 miles annually. They drive on Interstate, U.S. and state highways, as well as major roads and streets in high-population areas, based upon U.S. Census counts. Vehicles are equipped with computers that automatically make more than three million voice call attempts and more than 16 million data tests annually on Verizon Wireless' network and the networks of other carriers.

About Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless operates the nation's most reliable and largest wireless voice and 3G data network, serving more than 91 million customers. Headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., with 83,000 employees nationwide, Verizon Wireless is a joint venture of Verizon Communications (NYSE: VZ) and Vodafone (NASDAQ and LSE: VOD). For more information, visit www.verizonwireless.com. To preview and request broadcast-quality video footage and high-resolution stills of Verizon Wireless operations, log on to the Verizon Wireless Multimedia Library at www.verizonwireless.com/multimedia.

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Autism.("Baby Doc" Eden Explains)(Disease/Disorder overview)

Autism is in the news frequently nowadays. Newspapers, televsion and the Internet are full of stories about autism; most of them are unfounded. For example, there is no relationship between the measles immunization (or any other immunization for that matter) and autism. A mercury preservative, thimerosol, has been blamed for autism. Not so. Even though thimerosol was removed from routine immunizations many years ago, the prevalence of autism remains the same. Despite many studies that clearly show no relationship between immunization and autism, many parents continue to worry and often are hesitant to immunize their children. There is absolutely no reason to be concerned. It is essential for your child to receive all the recommended immunizations on time. Postponing or refusing immunizations makes no sense and can place your child in danger.

What causes autism? Can it be prevented? Can it be treated? Nervous parents often ask me these types of questions.

This is what I tell them.

Autism actually is a spectrum of diseases, ranging from a milder form, called Asperger's syndrome, to the most severe form, true autism. Often the diagnosis is difficult to make and usually takes months of careful observation before a true diagnosis can be established. It usually requires a team approach--parents, pediatrician, psychologist and pediatric neurologist.

What causes autism? As I write this article, there are many theories, but the answer remains the same: we do not know. Despite a great deal of research, the cause of autistic spectrum disorders still is a mystery.

Can autism be prevented? Unfortunately, it cannot. Can it be treated? Absolutely, and the earlier it is recognized the better the chances of effective intervention and improved outcome. Many children diagnosed with some form of autism do well with proper support and treatment.

At what age do signs or symptoms appear that can alert parents or the doctor to suspect autism? Some studies have suggested that by one year of age there may be hints of autism spectrum disorder. In my experience, I have not found this to be true.

Somewhere between 18 months and two years of age there are usually a number of signs or symptoms that should alert you to the possibility that your child may be autistic. These "red flags" include the following:

1. Not making eye contact

2. Not taking any interest in other children

3. Preferring to always play by himself

4. Repetitive motor mannerisms, such as rocking back and forth or handflapping

5. Delayed language development (should be using single words by age one and two-word phrases by age two)

6. Intense temper tantrums

7. Unable to cope with changes in regular routine

However, even if your toddler does demonstrate one or more of these behavior patterns, it does not mean that he is autistic. As pointed out previously, the diagnosis is difficult to make and requires professional evaluation. The problem is that there is no specific diagnostic test to establish the diagnosis. The final diagnosis can only be made after careful and complete evaluation. and examination by a team of experienced physicians and other health care providers expert in this disorder. Although the earlier the diagnosis is made, the better the outcome, there is no emergency about it. Careful evaluation is essential before a diagnosis is made.

If you suspect that your child may be autistic, then it is important to discuss your concerns with your child's doctor as soon as possible. Most of the time your suspicions will turn out to be without merit. But, as with pretty much everything else, it's better to be cautious than negligent.

The bottom line is that the earlier the diagnosis is established, the greater the chances for improved outcome.

By Alvin N. Eden, M D

Dr. Eden is the chairman of the department of pediatrics, Wyckoff Heights Medical Center, Brooklyn, New York and a clinical professor of pediatrics, Weill Cornell Medical Center, New York, NY. His latest book, Positive Parenting, is now available.

Hot Jobs.(Business Lives)

Byline: andrew buck

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