Activeworx Log Center Released

New Activeworx Log Center Enables Raw Data Capture and Storage for Compliance in a High-End Turn-Key Appliance

Activeworx Log Center, the Most Advanced Logging Solution Available, Enhances Functionality, Speeds Up Logging and Query Management, and Remains Fully Scalable

BOCA RATON, FL, Oct 29, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX) -- CrossTec Corporation announced today the release of Activeworx Log Center, the newest member of the Activeworx family of security information and log management products. Activeworx Log Center is a full-featured standalone log management product, which rounds out CrossTec's product offering.

Activeworx Log Center is a high-speed log storage solution with extensive data access and query capabilities, as well as the best reporting functionality on the market. Activeworx Log Center combines a powerful raw logging tool with an extensive forensic and reporting feature set.

"We are very excited to offer Activeworx Log Center in the marketplace. Crosstec understands how mission critical log management and data security are in both the network and compliance worlds. With Activeworx Log Center, customers can scale their needs with software plug-ins as their network grows or changes," said Jeff Richards, VP of sales for Activeworx.

New features offered in the Activeworx Log Center include: raw audit logging and log management of all events generated by virtually any computer or device in the network; multiple levels of appliance scope; a totally flexible Activeworx platform; the most comprehensive reporting available today; powerful correlation capabilities, including the ability to efficiently perform root cause analysis; detailed alerting; event visualization and detailed event relationship diagramming; and more.

When used in conjunction with Activeworx Security Center, Activeworx Log Center provides additional upgrades as well, including: desktop notification systems for the generation of alerts; ticketing system technology for advanced ticketing and features throughout the product for the resolution of security incidents; and a real-time event viewer which is used to view events as they are happening and being collected.

Through the Activeworx family of solutions, organizations need not look further for cost-effective network security, compliance and logging solutions. Activeworx Log Center, the newest member of the Activeworx family, based in an appliance format, enables scaling in distributed environments and full integration with the Activeworx Security Center through the Activeworx platform

 

CrossTec Corporation Announces New Version of SchoolVue

Popular Classroom Management Software Adds New Features, Enhancements and is “Better than ever!”

Boca Raton, Florida, July 07, 2008 – CrossTec Corporation announces its latest version update of CrossTec SchoolVue® classroom management software. SchoolVue version 10 is a complete solution that keeps teachers in control of classroom technology at all times. SchoolVue is rich with new and enhanced features that provide educators with the ability to instruct, monitor, and interact with students individually, as a pre-defined group or to the overall class. Many of SchoolVue’s new and enhanced features are unique to classroom management software, and the whole package is known for its ease of use.

“SchoolVue is better than ever and sets a new standard for classroom management software. This is undoubtedly the most impressive product release since the category was first introduced a decade ago,” says Turner Dean, VP Sales of CrossTec Corporation.

“Classroom management software originated as a simple monitoring and show tool for teachers. This latest SchoolVue solution is a comprehensive set of teaching tools for teachers, learning tools for students and support tools for technology managers.”

CrossTec SchoolVue is the first classroom management solution to integrate a unique Tech Console. Dean explains, “A great classroom management solution is not simply about providing the right tools for each teacher. Equally important are tools to ensure all computers in the school can be managed and maintained centrally so they are always available for teaching, and without the added cost of separate software for IT management.”

Also new to version 10 and specifically designed to enhance the student learning experience, is SchoolVue’s Journaling feature. “This is a tool that makes learning easier for the student, and promotes learning comprehension and ease of data retention,” Dean says. “SchoolVue’s new Journaling feature provides a complete record of the information covered during a lesson, including teacher notes, selected screenshots, and websites, survey results, as well as, the student’s own dynamic in-class notes.” Dean goes on to say, “With Journaling, SchoolVue brings invaluable benefit to the students, it’s not just simply a set of management tools for the teachers anymore.”

CrossTec SchoolVue version 10 was showcased at the National Educational Computing Conference June 29 – July 2 in San Antonio, Texas and the NSBA Teaching + Learning Conference, October 28-30 in Seattle, Washington and is immediately available for evaluation and purchase. For a free 30-day evaluation copy please visit http://www.crosstecsoftware.com/tryit.html. Annual maintenance subscribers will automatically receive SchoolVue v10 for no additional cost.

CrossTec Corporation Releases ResQDesk, Help Desk Software

Web Based Help Desk Solution

BOCA RATON, Fla. (May 19, 2006) – CrossTec Corporation announced today the release of CrossTec ResQDesk™ help desk software. CrossTec ResQDesk is a powerful web based service desk solution aimed at minimizing the amount of system downtime while providing effective support for all users of IT assets. With ResQDesk, a help desk can be consolidated into one location while still generating detailed recording and tracking of enterprise-wide support requests. CrossTec ResQDesk fully integrates with the CrossTec asset management tools.

“Our customers have come to us asking for a help desk product that is fully integrated with the CrossTec line of software. ResQDesk is just that. It can operate as a stand-alone module, or in conjunction with CrossTec EMS and CrossTec Remote Control,” says Turner Dean, VP Sales of CrossTec Corporation. He goes on to say, “ResQDesk is a simple and efficient web-based way to track incidents and assets across the corporate network. Then by utilizing either of our remote control tools, help desk specialists can instantly lend assistance to troubled users or to update assets. Key to ResQDesk’s appeal is its elegant simplicity and inherent ease of use, making it attractive for immediate implementation by any organization.”

Pricing for ResQDesk help desk software starts at $1,800.00 for three concurrent specialist licenses, thus making ResQDesk affordable for any size organization. ResQDesk can be evaluated at no cost for 30 days and CrossTec’s renowned free technical assistance can have ResQDesk up and running and fully-functional in any enterprise with minimal time and effort.

For more information on CrossTec ResQDesk, refer to CrossTec Corporation’s web-site, www.CrossTecSoftware.com, or call 800-675-0729.

Mention from Day 1 of RSA by Columnist Renee Munshi

A short Activeworx mention in WinIT Pro by Renee Munshi from the first day of RSA - see it HERE (last paragraph).

Activeworx v5 Summer Release Brings Advanced Security Information and Stand Alone Log Management Functionality to MSP's, SMB and the Enterprise

Activeworx 5.0, the Most Advanced Security and Logging Solution Available, Enhances Its Functionality and Speeds Up Reporting and Query Assimilation.

BOCA RATON, FL--(April 8, 2008) - CrossTec Corporation announced today the summer release of version 5.0 of its Activeworx family of security information and log management products. New to the offering is the Activeworx Log Center, a full-featured standalone log management product, which rounds out CrossTec’s product offering.

The Activeworx line now includes Activeworx Enterprise, a unified and fully integrated SIEM/log management solution; Activeworx Security Center, with enterprise-grade SIEM capabilities; and Activeworx Log Center, a high speed log storage solution with extensive data access and query capabilities, as well as the best reporting functionality on the market.

"We are very excited to offer Activeworx 5.0 in the marketplace. When we introduced Activeworx 4.5 the market responded to our enhancements with tremendous success and a wealth of new implementations from the first week the product was launched. Activeworx 5.0 builds on that market share, and incorporates many new features which drastically enhance the usability, searching, and reporting options for historical data. The complete Activeworx version 5.0 product offers our customers the most powerful SIEM and log management product available today," said Jeff Richards, VP of sales for Activeworx.

New features offered in the Activeworx Log Center include: data separation, used to generate unique data stores; detailed, enhanced reporting; scheduled reporting, including the ability to schedule reports on historical logged data; query histories which users can now perform and recall at a moment’s notice; host group queries, and advanced query processing which processes databases on a set of customized rules and then displays them in various reporting formats. Activeworx Security Center and Activeworx Enterprise have additional upgrades as well, including: desktop notification systems for the generation of alerts; ticketing system technology for advanced ticketing and features throughout the product for the resolution of security incidents; and a real-time event viewer which is used to view events as they are happening and being collected.

The launch of Activeworx 5.0 enables users to collect their information quicker, view it faster, and assimilate it into reporting windows and formats which are fully customizable and user-friendly. This release truly completes the Activeworx family of SIEM and log management solutions and brings the marriage of security and logging technologies further than they have ever gone before.

For more information on Activeworx Enterprise 5.0 or the CrossTec family of products, please visit us online at www.crosstecsoftware.com.

CrossTec VueAlert™, Instant Desktop Alerting System

CrossTec VueAlert™ Offers Instant Delivery of Notifications across a LAN or WAN to Windows and Mac Desktops.

BOCA RATON, Florida (January 22, 2008) – CrossTec Corporation announced today the release of the new CrossTec VueAlert™ instant desktop alerting system. CrossTec VueAlert provides a simple means for administrators to reliably deliver alerts and important notifications to staff and pupils. Messages can be sent across an enterprise to both Mac and Windows desktops without the need for network modifications or switch configuration. Hence, CrossTec VueAlert can be installed and operational in a matter of minutes, saving valuable IT administrators time and effort.

“School leaders and business leaders are re-evaluating their emergency plans and procedures, and experts agree that having a quick and coordinated means of communicating is a key element of such plans. Most students are required to turn off their cell phones in class, and many employees also turn off cell phones when working, making a text message solution impractical for every situation.” according to Turner Dean, CrossTec Sales Manager. He goes on to say, “When time matters, CrossTec VueAlert will instantly deliver your message to those who need it.”

CrossTec VueAlert lets an administrator send a clear and concise message to all connected computers. These messages can be prioritized by severity and a reply can be requested. The alert message automatically pops up on the student or employee screen and can also have an accompanying audible alert. The administrator’s system logs date and time of sent messages, thus ensuring that that the messages were received and that no further attempts to notify those individuals is necessary.

CrossTec VueAlert delivers a low-cost, high speed notifications system for organizations looking for a backup for failures, such as e-mail, and a tool for delivering staff alerts and guidance. VueAlert's advantage is the fact that the delivery is 100% internal, there is no reliance on the Internet or outside servers, and delivery is confirmed. A notification, as mundane as “the file server is experiencing difficulties” can be sent out to all.

CrossTec VueAlert will be showcased at the Florida Educational Technology Conference, January 21–25, 2008 in Orlando, Florida; the Texas Computer Education Association 2008 Convention and Exposition, February 4–8, 2008 in Austin, Texas; and The League for Innovation in the Community College, Innovations Conference, March 2-5, 2008 in Denver, Colorado. Parties interested in evaluating CrossTecVueAlert, or any of the other CrossTec products, can also learn more about the product line and download free evaluations at www.CrossTecSoftware.com.

CrossTec Secure v1.51 with Advanced Disk Protection and Roll Back and Recovery

CrossTec Secure Offers Desktop Lockdown, and Hard Disk Protection with Rollback and
Recovery Technology in a Single Package.

BOCA RATON, Florida (January 7, 2008) – CrossTec Corporation announced today the latest update to CrossTec Secure™ including integrated hard disk protection and roll back technology. CrossTec Secure simplifies desktop security by protecting the Windows® operating systems and desktops from unwanted or malicious changes. CrossTec Secure prevents users from deleting files and applications, making unauthorized changes to the desktop or operating system, saving or using unauthorized programs, or utilizing USB or CD drives. New to CrossTec Secure is integrated hard disk protection and roll back and recovery technology. When required, the system will restore back to a previous point in time, quickly and transparently. CrossTec Secure protects the operating system and files from accidental or malicious deletion and even provides a means for automatic restoration on re-boot. According to Turner Dean, CrossTec Sales Manager, “CrossTec Secure now offers twice the level of desktop security and protection – desktop lockdown and hard disk protection and recovery. It prevents harm to the operating system with a very user-friendly graphical user interface. Clients have told us that they want to lock-down files and protect PC settings without going through lengthy and complicated procedures.”

CrossTec Secure fully integrates with CrossTec SchoolVue® Classroom Management Software. This true cross functionality increases usability, product stability, and saves time and effort for educators. This full integration between CrossTec Secure, SchoolVue and the rest of the CrossTec product line, allows for efficient and economical management of classroom PCs. For instance, educators can easily engage or disengage Secure’s protection features from a SchoolVue desktop.

CrossTec Secure will be showcased at the Florida Educational Technology Conference, January 21–25, 2008 in Orlando, Florida; the Texas Computer Education Association 2008 Convention and Exposition, February 4–8, 2008 in Austin, Texas; and The League for Innovation in the Community College, Innovations Conference, March 2-5, 2008 in Denver, Colorado. Parties interested in evaluating CrossTec Secure, or any of the other CrossTec products, can also learn more about the product line and download free evaluations at www.CrossTecSoftware.com.