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  How XyLoc Works
XyLoc is the only security solution that continues to protect the network after a user has logged on. XyLoc consists of a radio transceiver "Lock" that plugs in to the computer and a discrete wireless radio transmitter "Key" worn by the user. The Lock and Key stay in constant radio communication (up to 50 feet, or 15 meters) to determine user identity and location relative to the computer.
 
When you approach a computer protected by XyLoc while wearing a XyLoc Key, the Key automatically transmits a unique, 32-bit encrypted ID code to the Lock. The Lock verifies your identity with the XyLoc administration software; if authorized, the XyLoc system will unlock the computer's keyboard and screen. If unauthorized, the system remains locked and information secure.
 
  Hands-free or Multi-factor Authentication
XyLoc was built to be a flexible tool, adaptable for any environment where security is needed. While the hands-free Auto Logon feature might be right for some situations, others will require the user to select their name from a menu and/or enter their password. XyLoc can also be integrated into other security measures, from tokens to biometrics.
 
 
 

Secure Logon and Unlock Options

  • Hands-free Auto Logon - When an authorized user approaches the PC while wearing the XyLoc Key, it automatically logs the user on
  • Select username - Users select their name from a list of authorized XyLoc users detected in the area. Particularly useful for XyLoc MD installations.
  • Password Required - Users must enter their unique password in addition to wearing the key
 
 
 

More about XSS
The XyLoc Security Server software that comes with XyLoc Enterprise and XyLoc MD makes the administration, reporting and management of XyLoc easy and cost efficient, no matter how large the installation. All of XyLoc's advanced features, including application integration and the kiosk accounts offered by XyLoc MD, are managed through XSS. Each XSS is capable of handling thousands of users and computers, and the system can store up to 32 username/passwords for each user on a given computer.

XSS makes both local and remote Web-based central management of XyLoc simple. If a user forgets his Key, there are several options the administrator can choose.

Users can be provided with override passwords, so they can access their workstations in the case of a forgotten Key. The XSS records each user override, and can notify the administrator of this action through the XSS auditing feature (see below).

If the user is not assigned an override password, the XyLoc administrator can issue a temporary override password on each of the user's computers, or suspend the user's current Key and issue a temporary Key.

New employees are quickly assigned Keys, and Keys used by outgoing employees can easily be disabled. Every aspect of managing a XyLoc installation can be performed quickly and easily using the XyLoc Security Server.

XSS and Auditing
XSS also creates detailed audit logs of both user activity and the operation of the XSS itself. When a user logs on to the network, XSS records how they logged on (with their Key or with an override password) and the time and date of the logon. Every time the user leaves and comes back to the XyLoc-protected machine, this activity is also logged. And, in the case of XyLoc Enterprise AI and XyLoc MD, XSS records every application the user launches.

XSS constantly monitors the entire network to ensure full-time security. XyLoc can detect a stationary Key-one that is not being worn-and can secure a computer after detecting that the Key is stationary for too long. This allows companies to ensure all employees are adhering to security procedures.

XSS also carries out a self-audit. Any changes to the administration of the XyLoc installation are recorded, along with the time of the change and the identity of the administrator.

 
       
       
 
 

XyLoc Client Requirements:

  • Microsoft Windows 2000, XP, XP Tablet Edition and, XPe Thin Client
  • CD-ROM drive or a network connection to a server running XSS
  • Available USB port
  • 30 MB available hard disk space
 
 

XyLoc Security Server Requirements:

  • PIII 1GHz, 256 MB of memory, and 2GB of disk space with a static IP Address
  • Windows 2000 Server or Windows Server 2003
  • Internet Information Services (IIS) 5.0 or greater installed and operational

Other Supported Environments:

  • Citrix MetaFrame
  • Microsoft Active Directory 2000 or 2003
  • Microsoft Terminal Services

 

 
 
 

XyLoc and Wireless Technology
XyLoc's standard Lock and Key technology is based on 300, 800 or 900 MHz radio signals, depending on the country of installation.

 
 
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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