Verio Launches Enhanced Virtual Private Network Services, Offers Optimal Security For Enterprises [September 28, 2004]

SafeGuard Plus VPN services provide secure global access to corporate data

Englewood, Colo., September 28, 2004 - Verio, a subsidiary of NTT Communications Corporation and a leading provider of global IP solutions, today announced availability of its SafeGuard Plus Virtual Private Network (VPN) managed services. These network-based VPN solutions allow enterprises of all sizes - from multi-national corporations to small and medium enterprises with remote workers and branch offices - to easily manage secure site-to-site or remote access on their corporate networks around the globe.

Verio's new SafeGuard Plus offerings complement the company's existing portfolio of managed VPN services to provide customers with ubiquitous access to corporate data via equipment within Verio's network or at customers' locations. This enhanced suite utilizes Verio's equipment for point-to-point network access, or remote access to corporate networks from any location in the world, depending on each customer's preference. Both network-based solutions are more cost-effective and easier to manage than traditional wide area network and remote access service solutions. In addition, for the utmost flexibility, customers that opt for remote access VPN services can choose either Internet Protocol security (IPsec) or Secure Sockets Layer (SSL).

Verio fully manages VPN services and support, while still allowing the enterprise network administrator full visibility and control. Benefits of the services include:

• 24x7 proactive management of VPN appliances at a network operations center (NOC)
• IPsec tunneling aggregation at Points of Presence (POP) for performance optimization and management benefits
• VPN maintenance and support, including all hardware provisioning
• Critical traffic prioritization to ensure immediate delivery of priority email
• High availability router configuration and route diversity options

“Our VPN customers range from smaller enterprises to large, Fortune 500 corporations with multiple locations on a global scale, and our SafeGuard Plus suite is designed to provide them with a fully managed portfolio that meets their diverse network requirements,” said Mark Teflian, senior vice president of global solutions for Verio. “By offering a superior security solution along with 24/7 dedicated customer service from on-site installation to completion, we allow our customers to concentrate on their core business while reducing operating costs, knowing that their security requirements rest with the experts.”

The entire SafeGuard VPN suite, along with Verio's IntelliSecurity managed security services, provides customers with multiple layers of protection for their networks, including firewalls, VPNs and intrusion detection systems. Companies can receive a range of security services with the convenience of having all services managed by Verio.

Pricing and Availability
SafeGuard VPN services are available immediately. Pricing varies by service and starts at $350. Basic VPN service includes onsite installation, support and online Web reporting, as well as 24x7 router management, monitoring and technical support. More information can be found at http://www.verio.com/security/SafeGuard/net.cfm.

Verio, IntelliSecurity and the Verio logo are trademarks and/or service marks of Verio Inc. in the United States and other countries. All other names are trademarks or registered marks of their respective owners. ©2004 Verio Inc. All rights reserved.

About Verio
Verio Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of NTT Communications (NTT Com), which provides complementary global network access reaching over 200 countries worldwide. Verio is one of the world's largest operator of Web sites for businesses and a leading provider of global IP solutions. NTT Com and Verio market their global IP solutions under the NTT/VERIO brand. The company offers businesses a broad range of Internet services, including Web hosting, dedicated access, virtual private networks, and managed service offerings, among other enhanced services. Verio supports its operations with highly reliable and scalable global infrastructure and systems including the NTT/VERIO Global IP Network, and provides Web hosting services to customers in more than 146 countries. The combination of Verio and NTT Com offers services to meet the growing and diverse needs of all businesses, including small to medium businesses, large global enterprises and multi-national corporations. More information can be found at www.verio.com and www.ntt.com/index-e.html.