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Chapter 2: SecureSuite Overview
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Chapter 2: SecureSuite Overview
SecureSuite is an enhanced security software solution that seamlessly integrates
with the Windows 2000 and Windows XP operating systems to provide
biometrically enabled user authentication services and additional functionality.
SecureSuite supports stand-alone workstation installations, as well as full
client/server functionality. SecureSuite is the most comprehensive biometric
security solution available on the market today, supporting the largest number and
widest variety of biometric and non-biometric authentication devices.
Computer security has traditionally been based on two authentication methods:
Something you know (e.g., passwords) and something you have (e.g., smart
cards, tokens). In recent years, a third method of security has emerged:
Something you are, known as biometrics. With biometrics, users can verify their
identity via unique physical characteristics, such as their fingerprint, iris, retina,
hand, face, or voice.
SecureSuite XS is an integrated 4-in-1 software package that provides a suite of
security applications for Windows 2000 and Windows XP. SecureSuite’s scalable
authentication infrastructure improves security, enhances user convenience,
reduces costs and increases productivity. SecureSuite is unique in that it allows
users to utilize a wide range of powerful and secure authentication methods such
as passwords, biometrics, smart cards, token devices, and any combination of
these. These advanced authentication methods can be used to control access to
sensitive files and applications. In addition to enhancing standard logon
procedures, SecureSuite includes SecureSession, SecureLaunch, and
SecureFolder, providing powerful tools that are necessary for the security and
productivity of your PC.
SecureSuite Highlights
SecureSuite provides system administrators with a complete set of tools for
managing user accounts and controlling access to information via an intuitive and
easy-to-use software package. SecureSuite also addresses the need for a robust
and rich set of security services users once they are logged on to a domain.
SecureSuite’s functionality includes:
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SecureSuite enables deployment of a wide range of biometric and non-
biometric authentication technologies through single-factor and multi-factor
authentication.
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SecureSuite seamlessly supports the Windows 2000, Windows XP
Professional and Windows XP Home platforms.
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SecureSuite is highly scalable, supporting a single user in one location to
members of an enterprise scattered around the globe.