Computer Associates International, Inc (NYSE: CA) has introduced a protection suite for Microsoft`s recently announced Windows Server System for Midsize Business Promotion that keeps customers` data safe - so they can focus on their business.
The announcement was made at Microsoft`s first-ever Business Summit for midsize companies, where Microsoft revealed its technology and customer engagement vision for midsize businesses.
Offered in 10 languages, the CA Business Protection Suite for Midsize Business for Windows includes comprehensive anti-virus, anti-spyware, data backup and restore, and desktop migration technologies.
CA will offer the CA Business Protection Suite for Midsize Business for Windows supporting 50 users for $6 995. This aligns with Microsoft`s definition of a midsize company as having 50 to 1 000 employees and 25 to 500 PCs.
"Microsoft`s Windows Server System for Midsize Business promotion is a compelling value for companies seeking to enhance their competitive position by deploying a world-class business technology platform," said David Luft, senior vice-president of SMB product development at CA.
"CA is supporting Microsoft`s initiative and extending our presence in this market by providing these companies with comprehensive data protection in a way that addresses both their budget constraints and their limited IT staff resources."
Microsoft`s Windows Server System for Midsize Business promotion - composed of Windows Server 2003, Standard Edition; Microsoft Exchange Server 2003, Standard Edition; and Microsoft Operations Manager (MOM) 2005, Workgroup Edition - is an easy-to-deploy solution that will provide midsize business IT professionals with simplified infrastructure management, reduced costs and complexity, and improved security.
The offering, which also includes 50 new combination promotional Client Access Licenses (CALs) for Windows Server 2003 and Exchange Server 2003, also eases budget planning by providing predictable licensing.
"Despite their resource constraints, midsize businesses are anxious to take maximum advantage of available information technologies to boost productivity, capitalise on emerging market opportunities and minimise business risk," said Russ Madlener, group product manager, Microsoft.
"CA`s support for the Windows Server System for Midsize Business Promotion, through the CA Protection Suite, complements our commitment to meet the needs of this important market segment."
The CA Business Protection Suite for Midsize Business for Windows:
* Helps customers fend off the onslaught of viruses while easing anti-virus administration and automatically updating virus signatures.
* Detects and removes tens of thousands of "pests" - including spyware, adware, Trojans, denial-of-service attack agents, and other backdoor Web-based threats - safeguarding PCs from unauthorized access, information theft and diminished system performance.
* Backs up and restores desktops, laptops, and servers.
* Streamlines the capture and transfer of user settings and data during a PC refresh, operating system upgrade or desktop recovery.
CA is a Gold Certified Microsoft Partner and a leading participant in key Microsoft initiatives such as Visual Studio Integration Programme (VSIP), Virus Information Alliance (VIA), Trustworthy Computing Initiative, Protect Your PC and Small Business Specialist Programme.
CA also continues to work closely with Microsoft to ensure its management solutions use the latest versions of Microsoft`s technologies.
Pricing and availability
CA Business Protection Suite for Midsize Business for Windows will be available in mid-October through authorised resellers. Add-on packs will be available in increments of five, 10 and 20-user licences. For more information, please visit http://ca.com/smb.
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Computer Associates International, Inc (NYSE:CA), one of the world`s largest management software companies, delivers software and services across operations, security, storage, lifecycle and service management to optimise the performance, reliability and efficiency of enterprise IT environments. Founded in 1976, CA is headquartered in Islandia, New York, and serves customers in more than 140 countries. For more information, please visit http://ca.com.
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