Palo Alto Networks Named Finalist in SC Magazine 2009 SC Awards Program
Company’s Next-Generation Firewall Recognized for Outstanding Achievement in IT Security
SUNNYVALE, Calif., December 15, 2008 – Palo Alto Networks, the leader in next-generation firewalls, has been named a finalist in SC Magazine’s 2009 SC Awards program for outstanding achievement in information technology (IT) security. The PA-4000 and PA-2000 Series next-generation firewalls were named in the Best Enterprise Firewall category of the Reader Trust Award competition, which honors best-in-class security products and services.
The PA-4000 and PA-2000 Series were selected from more than 600 entries submitted in more than 30 technology categories. Winners will be chosen by a panel of readers that represent the circulation of SC Magazine. The Reader Trust Voting Panel is comprised of a cross-section of SC Magazine readership that is made up of large, medium and small enterprises from all major vertical markets.
"The PA-4000 and PA-2000 Series next-generation firewalls are among today’s most respected security products as chosen by our panel. Security is a key challenge for IT organizations and businesses worldwide and our readers recognize that companies such as Palo Alto Networks are helping them meet their security challenges," said SC Magazine Editor-in-Chief Illena Armstrong.
The annual SC Awards have recognized security’s key contributors and outstanding products for more than a decade. As the industry’s preeminent awards program, individuals, brands and products shortlisted address not only the challenges prominent today, but also the emerging threat landscape of tomorrow.
"We’re pleased to be selected as a finalist for the SC Awards," said Palo Alto Networks Vice President of Marketing Steve Mullaney. "By offering granular visibility and control, our firewalls enable organizations of all sizes to safely deploy Web 2.0 and other new applications while implementing effective security and compliance policies. This helps us to stand out from the competition."
Winners of this year’s SC Awards will be announced at a gala dinner and award ceremony to be held in San Francisco on April 21, 2009.
About SC Magazine
SC Magazine provides IT security professionals with in-depth and unbiased information through timely news, comprehensive analysis, cutting-edge features, contributions from thought-leaders and the best, most extensive collection of product reviews in the business. By offering a consolidated view of IT security through independent product tests and well-researched editorial content that provides the contextual backdrop for how these IT security tools will address larger demands put on businesses today, SC Magazine enables IT security pros to make the right security decisions for their companies. Besides the monthly print magazine and daily website, the brand’s portfolio includes the SC Awards, SC Directory, SC Magazine Newswire and the SC World Congress.
About Palo Alto Networks
Palo Alto Networks™ is the leader in next-generation firewalls, enabling unprecedented visibility and granular policy control of applications and content – by user, not just IP address – at up to 10Gbps with no performance degradation. Based on patent-pending App-ID™ technology, Palo Alto Networks firewalls accurately identify and control applications – regardless of port, protocol, evasive tactic or SSL encryption – and scan content to stop threats and prevent data leakage. Enterprises can for the first time embrace Web 2.0 and maintain complete visibility and control, while significantly reducing total cost of ownership through device consolidation. For more information, visit www.paloaltonetworks.com.
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