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ForeScout Technologies to Host Webinar Discussing Client vs. Clientless NAC Technologies


MEDIA ALERT: Cupertino, Calif.—February 13, 2007
What: ForeScout Technologies will feature Jeff Wilson, principal analyst, of Infonetics Research and Gord Boyce, Global Vice President, Sales and Marketing of ForeScout Technologies, in a discussion on the different deployment methods of NAC, and why clientless NAC technology should be at the top of your evaluation list, in a webinar titled "Client vs. Clientless NAC: Which one is right for you?"
When: Thursday, February 15, 2007, 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. PST
Where: Web conference - visit www.forescout.com to register and receive log-in instructions.
Topic: During this informative webinar, topics to be covered include learning about the different deployment methods of NAC technologies, the types of NAC enforcement on the market, the major differences between clientless NAC vs. informational or enforcing clients and how these differences impact your enterprise, and how clientless NAC can ease deployment and scalability, as well as provide access for more diverse devices.
About the speakers: Jeff Wilson, Principal Analyst, Infonetics Research
Over the last 10 years, Jeff helped build the research methodologies Infonetics Research is known for, and today is recognized as the leading expert on VPN and security technologies and buying trends. He has expertise in VPNs, network security, managed VPN and security services and providers, network downtime, and emerging technologies, products, and services. He is a highly sought consultant to startups, service providers, manufacturers, and the investment community, identifying market opportunities and offering advice on positioning, product development, business plans, and M&A activity. He is active in the financial community, educating VCs and investment bankers about new markets and technologies and performing due diligence for funding. Jeff graduated from UC Berkeley in 1995.

Gord Boyce, Global Vice President, Sales & Marketing
A high-tech veteran, Gord Boyce brings over 15 years of industry experience to ForeScout Technologies. He spent over 7 years at Nokia holding senior sales management positions with the Nokia Internet Communications group and, most recently as vice president, sales and marketing for the America's Enterprise Solutions business group. Prior to Nokia, Gord held sales management positions with VoIP pioneer, Vienna Systems, which was acquired by Nokia in December 1998 as well as other telecom and datacom sales positions.

About ForeScout Technologies, Inc.
ForeScout's clientless network access control (NAC) solutions enable customers to implement and enforce network access policies of both managed and unmanaged devices in both a pre and post connect mode to gain complete control over network security without disrupting end-user productivity. ForeScout's flagship product, CounterACT, combines network access control and signature-less intrusion prevention in a single network appliance that interrogates and enforces controlled access of every device while seamlessly integrating with any existing IT infrastructure. ForeScout's NAC is completely transparent and enables enterprises to tailor enforcement to match the exact level of each policy violation, eliminating disruptions during device interrogation. Today, Fortune 500 corporations and government agencies have deployed ForeScout appliances globally controlling access to their networks and resources, defending against hackers and self-propagating malware, and ensuring business continuity. ForeScout's headquarters are located in Cupertino, California.



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