Private Equity Solutions

National Cyber Security Awareness Month Promotes Online Safety

WASHINGTON, DC - September 30, 2004 - Cisco Systems, Inc. today announced that it will participate in the October National Cyber Security Awareness Month initiative organized by the National Cyber Security Alliance (NCSA).
Concentrating on home user, small business, education (K-12 and higher education), and child safety online audiences, the public awareness campaign focuses on empowering Americans to improve their computer security by providing practical tips and resources. The National Cyber Security Alliance is a not-for-profit, public-private partnership focused on driving awareness and education.

Private Equity Fund Of Funds The October program is structured in four, week-long segments:

An network security degree will give you the background you need to work in the growing field of computer security or virtual security. Systems security has become increasingly important for national and international business. This focus is only expected to grow in the years ahead. Security breaches have impacted every industry, and have cost companies literally billions of dollars in lost revenue and productivity. The recent national terrorist activities has required the computer networking industry to seek out employees with skills focused on the areas of systems security.

Curve Equity Exposed Fund * Week One: October 4-10 - Home User
* Week Two: October 11-17 - Small Business
* Week Three: October 18-24 - Education
* Week Four: October 25-31 - Child Safety Online

In 2000, Chris passionately turned his focus to trading to the capital markets with a primary focus on currency trading. Chris was mentored in technical analysis and trading by one of the best fund managers, winner of the Daiken Award for best new fund for private equity, in the FX industry. Chris currently manages funds with his mentor and partner on behalf of exclusive private investors. Chris received his CTA (Commodity Trading Advisor) accreditation, which includes the Series 3 exam requirement and is registered with the National Futures Association.

Equity Income Funds In joining government agencies, educational institutions, non-profit organizations, consumer advocacy groups, and businesses of all sizes supporting NCSA's National Cyber Security Awareness Month, Cisco, a founding sponsor of the Alliance, intends to fully support its efforts to educate home users, small businesses, teachers, students, and parents on cyber security and the role individuals can play in helping to prevent attacks against computers and critical infrastructures. An Internet-enabled company, Cisco understands the importance of raising awareness of security issues and best practices to protect investments in Internet technologies, intellectual properties and other assets.

The initiatives on intelligent mail announced by the Mailing Industry Task Force this week at the National Postal Forum focused on the usage of bar codes to provide uniqueness and intelligence to each mail piece or package. The intelligent mail initiatives will provide several benefits to the Postal Service and to its customers, including the ability to track and trace the mail stream from origin to destination, the ability to provide better mail intelligence to business customers, and as an enhancement to mail security.

Capital Casebook Equity "The enthusiastic response we have seen from all sectors of our society highlights the earnest need to increase cyber security awareness and safety in America's homes, offices, and classrooms," said Ken Watson, chairman, National Cyber Security Alliance. "This initiative unites stakeholders from all corners of business, government, and the education community to raise the visibility of key cyber security issues and best practices for protecting yourself online."
Cisco Systems Participates in National Cyber Security Awareness Month

, - Broadband National, the world's leading online marketing company that promotes digital services in the U.S., has joined with Protect America to provide monitored home security systems over the Internet. The security system offers broadband monitoring services allowing users to connect to their security system through an available port on their modem or router. This provides your home or business with protection 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Private Investment In Public "Cisco is committed to fostering a safe online experience for all users of the Internet," said Greg Akers, senior vice president and chief technology officer, Global Government Solutions, Cisco Systems. "National Cyber Security Awareness Month is an important component in reaching this goal. We look forward to working with the National Cyber Security Alliance to provide computer users with information and resources to support safe online computing."

Iran Focus Tehran, Iran, Nov. Iran's national security chief Ali Larijani said that Iran was not afraid of having its nuclear dossier sent before the United Nations Security Council, run news agency IRNA reported on Wednesday. Larijani, general of Iran's Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) and a key ally of Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, said threats to refer Tehran to the international body could never be an "effective tool" to force the Islamic Republic to give its nuclear "rights".

Equity Mutual Funds About The National Cyber Security Alliance

Birmingham Contact Equity A not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization, the National Cyber Security Alliance (NCSA) is the go-to resource for cyber security awareness and education for home user, small business, and education audiences. A public-private partnership, NCSA sponsors include the Department of Homeland Security, Federal Trade Commission, Department of Commerce, and many private-sector corporations and organizations. NCSA provides tools and resources to empower home users, small businesses, and schools, colleges, and universities to stay safe online. For more information, and to see the top 10 cyber security tips, visit www.staysafeonline.info.
About Cisco Systems

Private Equity Investment Firm Cisco Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: CSCO), the worldwide leader in networking for the Internet, this year celebrates 20 years of commitment to technology innovation, industry leadership, and corporate social responsibility. Information about Cisco can be found at http://www.cisco.com. For ongoing news, please go to http://newsroom.cisco.com.

[ Comment, Edit or Article Submission ]