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Make any PC your own with Check Point's ABRA
By siliconindia
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Wednesday, 07 April 2010, 21:37 IST
Bangalore: Check Point Software Technologies launched Check Point Abra, a new solution which turns any PC into a fully secure corporate desktop. Abra provides users access to company emails, files and applications anywhere whether offline or online through integrated virtual private network (VPN) connectivity. Abra loads itself automatically on any PC, and contains local encrypted storage to protect any data stored on the device.
To provide corporations with a secure and affordable alternative to allowing third-party PCs access the network, Check Point and SanDisk partnered to develop Abra. The device combines proven Check Point virtualization, VPN and security technologies with an encrypted SanDisk high performance USB drive to create a secure, virtual workspace. Users simply plug an Abra stick into a Windows-based PC and enter their credentials to immediately turn any PC into a corporate desktop.
"Abra can change the way people work remotely. It's a new simple way for secure mobility. Abra is like no other tool, not only combining virtualization, VPN and strong data security into a single ultra-portable device, but doing it in an easy to use cost effective manner. With Abra, people will be able to work remotely and securely without the need to carry expensive, heavy laptops," said Bhaskar Bakthavatsalu, Regional Director - India and SAARC, Check Point.
To safeguard sensitive data stored on Abra, the device utilizes several advanced security measures. Hardware and software encryption protects data at rest and when in use. Program Control regulates the types of applications used by Abra to protect the corporate network from malware associated with unauthorized applications. Finally, virtualization technology isolates an Abra work session from the host PC, ensuring sensitive data remains on Abra and preventing data loss.
Currently the company launched the device in two range - 4GB and 8GB with price of 
8,400 and 12,600 respectively.
8,400 and 12,600 respectively.