CA
Delivers PC Security and Easy Data Transfer
in a Flash on New
Wallet-Size USB Cards
Thin, Credit Card Design Offers Easy Way to Carry Songs, Photos, and Files;
Bonus 2GB of Memory; Supports Windows Vista ReadyBoost
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CA
delivers PC security and easy data transfer on new wallet-sized
USB cards.
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ISLANDIA, New
York –(BW)– CA, Inc. today announced it has released its CA Internet
Security Suite 2007 and CA Desktop DNA Migrator 2007 software on
a pair of two gigabyte (GB) credit card-sized flash drive memory
cards. Once the CA software is installed, the unique, ultra slim,
wallet-size flash cards can be used to comfortably transport 2 GB
worth of personal items such as digital music, photos and documents.
The 2 GB flash drive is included with the purchase of the CA software. Customers
will have the option to buy a drive pre-loaded with CA Internet
Security
Suite 2007; or a combination of both CA Internet Security Suite
2007 and the award-winning CA Desktop DNA Migrator 2007, called
CA Secure & Store Flash Drive. Both programs work with the
Microsoft Windows Vista operating system, and the flash drive
allows users to take advantage of Windows Vista ReadyBoost technology
that can be used to speed applications and boot-up time for Windows
Vista systems.
The CA flash
drives make a perfect gift for Father’s Day, for recent
graduates, or for anyone who has recently received a new PC or
who needs the latest in PC security. PC owners can install the
CA software from the CA Secure & Store Flash Drive to quickly
move files and settings from an old PC to a new one, schedule
regular backups, and secure their PC against viruses, worms and
Trojan horses.
“These
ultra-slim flash drives fit in your wallet just like a credit
card—perfect for anyone who needs to access files on the
go,” said George Kafkarkou, senior vice president of worldwide
Home / Small Office for CA. “We believe the design, functionality
and value of the CA flash drive is unlike any other on the market.”
The flash drives,
manufactured by Ultra Products, Inc. for CA, work with Windows
2000, XP or Vista systems. The drives require one available Universal
Serial Bus (USB) port with a USB 2.0 interface, but are also
compatible with USB 1.1 ports. Typical transfer speed is 480
Megabits per second (Mbps). The 2 GB of storage will become available
after installation and deletion of CA software from the drive
(70 MB for CA Internet Security Suite 2007, and 90 MB for CA
Secure & Store Flash Drive). The drives also come with a
limited lifetime warranty from Ultra.
The pre-loaded
CA Internet Security Suite 2007 can be installed on up to three
personal computers from the flash drive. The suite features:
- A simple look-and-feel
that helps users quickly and easily set preferences, check program
status, and maintain a secure PC
- Integrated
anti-virus, anti-spyware, anti-spam, and personal firewall
- Low
system overhead, with a total install of only 70 MB and low
usage of system resources
- Threat Outbreak
Warning System that provides real-time threat alerts from the
CA Security Advisor
- Support by
the CA Security Advisory Team with worldwide research labs working
24 x 7 to detect
threats before they affect users’ PCs.
The pre-loaded
CA Desktop DNA Migrator 2007 also comes with an Ethernet cable.
The product offers:
- A quick and
easy way to transfer and safeguard a PC’s “DNA” — pictures,
music, address books, email, favorites, Internet Connection settings,
and more—from one PC to another.
Unmatched migration speed
- Flexible Migration
Methods that quickly stream a PC’s DNA directly from an old PC
to a new PC using the Ethernet crossover cable
or create a DNA file
to transfer via DVD, flash drive or any removable media to a new PC or for
use as backup.
- Easy Backup – Incremental backups of a PC’s DNA
file can be scheduled to run on a recurring basis and saved to a CD, DVD, flash
drive or any removable
media to protect PC settings and data from unforeseen incidents.
Once connected
to a Windows Vista system, the Windows Vista ReadyBoost feature will allow
users to improve PC performance without having to crack open their
computers. Benefits of ReadyBoost include:
- Faster boot-up
- Faster loading
and running of applications, especially often-used programs such
as Microsoft Outlook
- Improved program
responsiveness when switching between multiple applications
Worldwide Pricing and Availability
In the United
States, the flash drives are available at most major electronics
retailers including: TigerDirect.com; Amazon; Best Buy; Buy.com;
CompUSA; Circuit City; Fry’s; J and R; Microcenter; Office
Depot; Wal-Mart and more, or on CA’s Home/Small Office
Web site, http://shop.ca.com/. The manufacturer’s suggested retail
price is $69.99 for the CA Internet Security Suite Flash Drive
and $79.99 for the CA Secure & Store Flash Drive.
In Canada,
the CA Internet Security Suite 2007 Flash Drive is available
at major electronics retailers or on CA’s Home/Small Office
Web site, http://shop.ca.com/. The manufacturer’s suggested
retail price is $79.99 CDN for the CA Internet Security Flash
Drive.
In the United
Kingdom, the flash drives are available at major electronics
retailers and also at http://ca.com/uk/homestore. The manufacturer’s
suggested retail price is £49.99 for the CA Internet Security
Suite Flash Drive and £59.99 for the CA Secure & Store
Flash Drive.
In Australia
and New Zealand the flash drives will be available from July
at most major computer retailers including: Harvey Norman Australia,
The Leading Edge Group, and The Warehouse New Zealand. The flash
drive is also available on CA’s Home/Small Office Web site
http://ww.ca-store.com.au. The recommended retail price for the
CA Internet Security Suite Flash Drive is $129.95. |