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SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. , May 23, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- General Dynamics C4 Systems today announced thatit will integrate its defense-grade cyber and information securitytechnologies into the family of Samsung Approved for Enterprise(SAFE-) smartphones and tablet computers. These SAFE devices willalso be upgraded with the new Samsung Secure Android platform andare designed to deliver a cost-effective commercial solution forcustomers ranging from the military and government agencies, to lawenforcement and public safety, to financial, utility and otherindustry personnel who need to browse the public Internet as wellas access secure networks. "Operating on commercial cell phone networks and in cyberspace onthe same device is becoming increasingly hazardous, particularly ifyou are sharing sensitive information," said Chris Marzilli , president of General Dynamics C4 Systems. "Combining GeneralDynamics' expertise in cyber security with Samsung's commercialproducts creates a new, extremely cost-effective selection ofsecure mobile devices." The secure technologies that General Dynamics will integrate intothe Samsung products are similar to those trusted to protectinformation classified from the Secret level and below for the U.S.Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, federalagencies and coalition partners. The enhanced Samsung productsshould be available by mid-2013 and will be sold by GeneralDynamics and through government contract vehicles such as theGeneral Services Administration (GSA). With 20 different Samsung SAFE devices available at all major U.S.carriers, price points and form factors, Samsung gives customersthe ability to choose a mobile device that works best for eachorganization's unique operating environment and budget parameters.In addition to enhanced security provided by General Dynamics, SAFEsmartphones and tablets provide organizations with a holisticenterprise mobility solution that ensures IT compliance and servesas a resource for enterprises needing a simple, yet comprehensivestrategy for deploying Android devices into their networks. "Samsung is pleased to partner with General Dynamics, a worldleader in defense-grade security products," said Dr. Injong Rhee , Vice President, Global Head of Enterprise Strategy andEngineering Groups. "Samsung's new secure platform is equipped withFIPS-certified VPN and on-device encryption, secure separation ofwork spaces, fortified mobile device management (MDM) and integritymanagement features. Together, Samsung and General Dynamics willdeliver feature-rich and cost-effective products to thisinformation security-sensitive industry." The Samsung SAFE devices with defense-grade security will joinGeneral Dynamics C4 Systems' growing line of commercial broadbandsolutions and networking products. The company designs,manufacturers and delivers trusted and secure communicationssystems, command and control systems and operational hardware tocustomers within the U.S. Department of Defense, federal andcivilian agencies, the intelligence community and internationalcustomers. General Dynamics C4 Systems is a business unit of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD). Informationabout General Dynamics is available online at . Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is a global leader in semiconductor,telecommunication, digital media and digital convergencetechnologies with 2011 consolidated sales of US$143.1 billion. The company employs approximately 206,000 people in 197 officesacross 72 countries, more information about Samsung is available at. For more information about the Samsung line of SAFE productsvisit, us/article/samsung-approved-for-enterprise . SOURCE General Dynamics C4 Systems Copyright 2010 PR Newswire. All Rights Reserved. The e-commerce company in China offers quality products such as China Stainless Steel Food Container , Kitchen Stoves Ovens, and more. For more , please visit Aluminum Cookware Set today!
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