Netgear implements VPN

Netgear secured a 270 000-Qatari-riyal contract to implement a virtual private network (VPN) solution that will link the Zakat Fund headquarters to its 10 branch offices all over Qatar, states Al Bawaba.

Using VPN firewall routers FV538 and DGFV338, Netgear will implement the VPN solution using ADSL Internet services, eliminating the need for a costly dedicated link or static IP from the ISP.

The solution will further enhance the communication and networking connectivity between various Zakat Fund offices, the company said.

Data Viz will develop Documents To Go and RoadSync for Google's Android smartphone in 2009, says Android Community.

DataViz is a long-time provider of mobile software applications that enable document access and mobile e-mail, which has developed marketing solutions for Palm OS, Symbian, Windows Mobile, Java, Linux and BlackBerry.

Documents To Go mobile office suite allows users to view, edit and create Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint documents. Users can also view PDF files. RoadSync syncs with Outlook e-mail, calendar, contacts and tasks using the Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync protocol.

HP has expanded its portfolio of imaging and printing devices, solutions and services to help enterprise customers boost productivity, security and environmental sustainability, according to Hardware Zone.

The company also increased traction in HP Managed Print Services, with an increasing number of new customers in Asia Pacific benefiting from a cost-effective, productivity-enhancing imaging and printing environment.

Its broadened portfolio comprises four specialised solutions, five new assessment services, one HP LaserJet multifunction printer, three HP LaserJet printers, an HP Scanjet device, and enhancements to the HP Carbon Footprint Calculator.