WebEx Launches MyWebExPC: First Free Remote Access Service With Enterprise-Class Security

WebEx Launches MyWebExPC: First Free Remote Access Service With Enterprise-Class Security WebEx Brings Simplicity, Security, Performance and Unbeatable Price to Remote Access Services SAN JOSE, Calif., Jan. 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Simple, secure and free, that is a winning combination. Web meeting applications leader, WebEx Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ:WEBX) today launched a free remote access service, MyWebExPC, the first in a new line of "MyWebEx" branded services for individuals and small businesses. MyWebExPC allows users to access applications and files on remote PC's over WebEx's secure, high-performance global network, the WebEx MediaTone Network. The service is available today at http://mywebexpc.com/ . "With MyWebExPC, WebEx has again proven its ability to identify emerging markets, leverage its unique MediaTone network and create compelling, new offerings to capture those markets," said Roopam Jain, strategic analyst for conferencing and collaboration at Frost and Sullivan. "WebEx is a name businesses trust and MyWebEx enables WebEx to leverage this brand to offer high-value, targeted services to individuals and small businesses." MyWebExPC is a web-based service and allows users to access a remote PC through a standard web browser from anywhere in the world. MyWebExPC is available in two versions, a free version called MyWebExPC Free and a subscription version called MyWebExPC Pro. "MyWebEx creates a new class of services for individuals and professionals that takes advantage of our global MediaTone network," said Subrah Iyar, CEO of WebEx Communications. "MyWebEx users will get industry-leading services with WebEx's proven reliability, security and performance." To begin using MyWebExPC, users simply create an account at http://mywebexpc.com/ and run a quick setup procedure on the computer they want enabled for secure remote access. They can then access that PC with a browser from anywhere. Built on the WebEx MediaTone Network, MyWebExPC is designed to meet the stringent security, performance and reliability requirements of every user. For users looking for additional features and an additional level of security, WebEx offers MyWebExPC Pro. MyWebExPC Pro has several unique security capabilities including a patent-pending telephone authentication process. By leveraging the multimedia capabilities of the WebEx MediaTone Network, MyWebExPC Pro conducts an automated telephone callback to the user's cellular or landline phone that requires entry of personal identification number (PIN) on the telephone keypad before remote access to the PC is granted. MyWebExPC Pro's two-factor authentication process (callback to predetermined phone and keypad PIN) ensures PC security while remaining easy for end users. MyWebExPC enables users to remotely access the complete range of applications and resources of a PC as if they were sitting at their own computer. Capabilities include: -- Simple Setup -- Download the small MyWebExPC agent and install it on the computer that you want to access. No need to reconfigure network settings. -- Easy Access -- Accessing a computer is simple. Go to http://mywebexpc.com/ , log in and click the link to access the desired remote PC. -- Remote Desktop Control -- View and control the remote computer using just a web browser from any location, whether it is across town or across the world. -- Copy and Paste -- Copy and paste text between computers for simple content transfer. MyWebExPC is designed to enable safe remote PC access. Security features include: -- Secure Private Network -- MyWebExPC operates over the WebTrust certified WebEx MediaTone Network, a global network designed to deliver end-to-end security and reliable, real-time communications. -- Secure Connections -- All session traffic is secured with 128-bit secure socket layer (SSL) encryption. -- Remote Screen Blanking -- Choose to hide the contents of the remote computer's screen while it is being accessed remotely. Screen blanking protects privacy by preventing people at the remote location from viewing the computer's screen. -- Remote Keyboard Locking -- Lock the mouse buttons and keyboard attached to the remote computer while accessing it remotely. This option prevents anyone at the remote location from using the computer or disrupting work during a remote session. MyWebExPC Pro adds several unique capabilities that make the remote access experience more secure and productive. Additional MyWebExPC Pro features include: -- Telephone Authentication -- The password-protected online session initiates a call back to a predefined telephone number for user verification, entry of correct code on telephone keypad to authenticate the user remotely accessing the computer. -- Application -- Level Access Controls-Define what applications can be accessed from a remote machine. This option prevents remote access to other applications and data on the desktop and network resources -- providing more security and privacy. -- Full-Color Support -- MyWebExPC Pro is the only service able to support True Color to offer a local experience that is identical to the remote machine. -- File Transfer -- Copy files to and from the remote computer. If a document is needed, simply access the remote computer and transfer the file to a local computer. -- Remote Printing -- Print any document on the remote computer to a local printer. No need to install the application or any printer drivers on the local computer. -- Customizable Inactivity Time-Outs -- Adjust MyWebExPC standard time-out feature to meet a specific work style. Pricing and Availability MyWebExPC Free will be available free of charge and MyWebExPC Pro will be available for $9.95/month/pc or $7.45/month/pc with an annual subscription. As a special introductory offer, all users will be provided MyWebExPC Pro service for free until April 4, 2005. WebEx manages a global network over which it delivers a range of collaborative applications including applications for web conferencing, web-based support, web sales, remote training and online events. WebEx provides its on-demand applications to corporations, technology companies and telecommunication providers worldwide. All of WebEx's applications are built on the MediaTone(TM) switching platform and delivered through the WebEx MediaTone Network, the only global network specifically designed for real-time collaboration. About WebEx Communications WebEx Communications, Inc. is the world's leading provider of on-demand web meeting applications. WebEx applications are used across the enterprise in sales, support, training, marketing, engineering and product design. WebEx delivers its suite of web meeting applications over the WebEx MediaTone Network, a global network specifically designed for real-time, secure web communications. WebEx Communications is based in San Jose, California and has regional headquarters in Europe, Asia and Australia. Please call toll free 877-509-3239 or visit http://www.webex.com/ for more information. This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These forward-looking statements may be identified by use of the terms anticipates, believes, continue, could, estimates, expects, intends, may, plans, potential, predicts, should or will, or the negative of those terms or similar expressions. These forward-looking statements are subject to significant risks and uncertainties. Actual results may differ materially from those described in such statements as a result of these risks and uncertainties. In particular, these forward looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements related to the availability and features of future services. Factors which could contribute to risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, the failure to release planned services on schedule, as described or at all. A fuller discussion of the risks and uncertainties that could affect WebEx Communications, Inc. are more fully set forth in WebEx Communications, Inc.'s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including WebEx's Form 10-Q filed with the SEC on November 8, 2004. WebEx Communications, Inc. assumes no obligation to update forward-looking information contained in this press release. NOTE: MediaTone is a trademark of WebEx Communications, Inc Source: WebEx Communications, Inc. CONTACT: Colin Smith of Antenna Group, +1-415-977-1912, or colin@antennagroup.com, for WebEx Web site: http://mywebexpc.com/ Web site: http://www.webex.com/ ------- Profile: International Entertainment