iPass To Add Support for Windows Vista

WebKnowHow
Wednesday, January 24, 2007; 05:44 AM

Continuing in its commitment to unify the management of mobility for the enterprise, iPass, Inc. announced that it plans to deliver a version of the iPassConnect™ universal client for Microsoft’s new Windows Vista operating system. The iPassConnect client is the user interface for the iPass Mobile Office and iPass Virtual Office global connectivity services. The new client software is scheduled to be released in Q2 2007, with a demonstration version planned for availability in March.

iPassConnect for Vista will help make remote and mobile connectivity simple and secure for Vista users as they connect to the Internet and corporate network over multiple access methods such as Wi-Fi, 3G mobile data, fixed broadband and dial-up. iPass services already support a broad array of device platforms, including Windows XP, Mac OS X, Windows Mobile and Symbian OS.

“We are pleased to announce our plans to support Windows Vista, which is likely to be one of the world’s most widely adopted operating systems,” said Moshe Elgressy, vice-president of product management at iPass. “Based on our experience with Windows 2000 and Windows XP, we expect to see gradual enterprise adoption of Windows Vista over the next two to three years. Many of our customers will evaluate the new operating system in the coming months and we intend to stay ahead of their needs and facilitate a smooth migration for their remote and mobile workers.”

Using iPass services, mobile professionals have access to the industry’s broadest variety of connectivity choices—all through one client that provides single sign on to the Internet and corporate VPN combined with security validation and device management capabilities. The iPass global virtual network includes 3G mobile data, 75,000 Wi-Fi hotspots, fixed broadband connections and dial-up networks in more than 160 countries.

About iPass Inc.

iPass helps enterprises unify the management of remote and mobile connectivity and devices. With iPass software and services, customers can create easy-to-use broadband solutions for their mobile workers, home offices, and branch and retail locations, complete with device management, security validation, and unified billing. iPass offerings are powered by its leading global virtual network, on-demand management platform, and award-winning client software. The iPass global virtual network unifies hundreds of wireless, broadband and dial-up providers in over 160 countries. Hundreds of Global 2000 companies rely on iPass services, including General Motors, Nokia, and Reuters. Founded in 1996, iPass is headquartered in Redwood Shores, Calif., with offices throughout North America, Europe and Asia.