Ipswitch Advances Its Technology and Product Leadership With the Market Introduction of WS_FTP Server Web Transfer

LEXINGTON, MA, May 20 (MARKET WIRE) --
Ipswitch, Inc.'s File Transfer division, the leading developer of secure and
managed file transfer solutions, today introduced WS_FTP Server Web Transfer
Module, a
new highly secure, browser-based product for use with WS_FTP Server 6.1.1. The
new product makes transferring files second nature by allowing authorized
users to securely connect to WS_FTP Server via their browser in order to share
information easily without installing desktop software, thus making the file
transfer process faster and less complex for both end users and server
administrators. Now, authorized users can simply use an Internet-enabled
computer to securely upload or download files and even create and delete
folders on a remote server. The WS_FTP Server Web Transfer Module enables
employees and external business partners to connect to company networks and
share
information easily and securely.

The 60-school Killeen School District in central Texas is using WS_FTP
Server
Web Transfer Module to meet state-mandated initiatives for sharing sensitive
data. "We have a blended Mac and PC environment with over 40,000 users," said
Steven Robertson, Unix systems administrator, Killeen School District. "It was
difficult to find a single client that was transparent, flexible, portable and
secure.
Ipswitch is the best we've seen, bar none."

Ipswitch has been shipping its file transfer software since 1991 and has
historically brought unmatched market expertise and depth of product knowledge
to
more than 40 million homes, businesses, enterprises and service providers.
This new product further enhances operational efficiency by enabling authorized
users to connect to WS_FTP Server from any browser connection over HTTP and
encrypted HTTPS protocols using a zero-footprint client.

Simplified Management, Unmatched Security, and High Flexibility

Simple Administration

Administrators still maintain control by defining who is authorized to
connect to WS_FTP Server with the web transfer module. To implement,
WS_FTPServer administrators simply enable Web access on the WS_FTP Server
administration console, and all user settings, such as password rules,
file/folder permissions, disk quotas, and more, are all automatically enforced.
Additionally, since the file transfer interface runs within the browser and
transfers are performed over HTTP/S, authorized users can simply connect
their computer to WS_FTP and transfer files. Without any software to install,
end users simply enter the URL or save it and access it as a browser favorite.

The Industry's Most Secure Data Transfer Solution

WS_FTP Server Web Transfer Module offers the same leading security the
market
has come to expect from Ipswitch File Transfer solutions. Files are
transferred over the encrypted HTTPS protocol, which completely protects files
as
they are being sent from an end user's computer and the company server.
Administrators are able to force and only allow connections over SSL using the
encrypted HTTPS protocol. Additionally, all end user account settings and
permissions on WS_FTP Server are applied to the WS_FTP Server Web Transfer
Module. This enables users to access their account, files, folders, and virtual
folders just as if they connected with traditional desktop FTP or SSH file
transfer
client desktop software like WS_FTP Professional.

Risk-Free, Flexible File Transfer

WS_FTP Server Web Transfer Module can be accessed by end users via today's
top
browsers, including Internet Explorer, Firefox, and Safari, and from multiple
operating systems such as Windows, Unix, Linux, and Mac OS X. There is no
additional desktop software to install, update, and maintain, and no additional
employee training for new software is needed. And with an unlimited
licensing structure, there is no limit to the number of people that can use the
WS_FTP Server Web Transfer Module.

"This server module extends Ipswitch's market leadership to offer the
broadest range of effective and easy to use secure and managed file transfer
and web-based solutions out there," said Kevin Gillis, vice president,
Ipswitch File Transfer division. "In an era where data breaches happen every day
and businesses want to deploy solutions that best match business needs,
Ipswitch continues to lead the way with simple, secure and flexible
solutions. By working closely with our customers to determine requirements and
staying on top of market demands, we continue to set the pace with the latest
and most comprehensive technologies."

Ipswitch WS_FTP solutions enable businesses to exceed regulatory
complianceregulations and implement sound security policies by safely and
reliably moving
data across the Internet. Over 40 million customers in industries such as
healthcare, retail, financial services, government, software development,
manufacturing, telecom and education use the award-winning WS_FTP Server with
SSH, the
WS_FTP Professional secure file transfer desktop client and now the web-based
WS_FTP Server Web Transfer Module solutions. Ipswitch File Transfer will
continue to innovate and advance their highly successful file transfer
solutions,
featuring unmatched security, ease of use and scalability. Ipswitch File
Transfer
solutionsenable users to manage the secure file transfer activities of their
organizations and exceed compliance requirements such as Health Insurance
Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX),
Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (GLBA) and the Payment Card Industry Data Security
Standard
(PCI DSS).

For more detailed product information, please visit www.IpswitchFT.com where
you can learn
more about Ipswitch's solutions and request a free evaluation.

Pricing and Availability

Ipswitch WS_FTP Server Web Transfer Module is an add-on module to WS_FTP
Server
and is sold separately at an introductory price of $2,495. The product is
currently shipping and can be purchased from Ipswitch directly or through any of
its worldwide channel partners. Bundled pricing is available.

For more detailed information on the product, join an upcoming Webinar:
TheFuture of File Transfer: WS_FTP Server Web Transfer Module, to get a First
Look
at the product. Ipswitch is offering two different times for this First Look
Webinar.

Wednesday, May 21st at 9:00 a.m. ET (registration link:
https://ipswitch.webex.com/ipswitch/onstage/g.php?d=682229233&t=a)

Wednesday, May 21st at 2:00 p.m. ET (registration link:
https://ipswitch.webex.com/ipswitch/onstage/g.php?d=685939412&t=a)

About Ipswitch File Transfer division

Ipswitch File Transfer division develops and markets a wide range of
innovative secure and managed file transfer solutions. For over 15 years
Ipswitch brands, WS_FTP(R) and MOVEit(R), have delivered the world's most
popular file transfer solutions to over 40 million users in the home,
smalloffice, home office (SOHO), small-to-medium business (SMB), mid-market and
enterprise markets. Visit www.IpswitchFT.com for more information on the
Ipswitch File Transfer division and its range of products to fit any file
transfer need.

About Ipswitch, Inc.

Ipswitch develops and markets innovative IT software that is easy to learn
and
use. More than 100 million people worldwide use Ipswitch software to monitor
their networks with Ipswitch WhatsUp(R), transfer files over the Internet
using the market leading WS_FTP(R) and MOVEit(R) brands of secure and managed
file transfer clients and servers and communicate via Ipswitch IMail(TM) Server.
For product and sales information, write to info@ipswitch.com or visit
http://www.ipswitch.com. Ipswitch values community involvement; visit
http://icare.ipswitch.com to find out how to become involved. Visit
www.ipswitch.com for more information on the company.

Ipswitch, WS_FTP and WhatsUp are registered trademarks of Ipswitch, Inc.
IMail
Server is a trademark of Ipswitch, Inc. All other product names are the
property of their respective owners.

MEDIA CONTACTS:

Jennifer Shelgren
Ipswitch, Inc.
781-676-5782
Email Contact
http://www.ipswitch.com

Nancy Pieretti
Davies Murphy Group, Inc.
781-418-2424
Email Contact
http://www.daviesmurphy.com

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