Leverages recent merger with CyberGuard Corporation to bring market-leading threat management solutions to SMB/SME channel

May 18, 2006

Secure Computing Corporation (NASDAQ: SCUR), the experts in securing connections between people, applications and networks has recently announced the introduction of its SnapGear portfolio of secure Internet connectivity appliances for Small and Medium Businesses (SMB) and branch offices of larger enterprises (SME) to its channel partners worldwide. 

This launch extends Secure Computing's unified threat management offering from the largest data centers to the smallest offices environments, allowing channel partners to compete in the full range of unified threat management opportunities. Targeted specifically to the unique needs of small and medium businesses, the SnapGear product line is comprised of seven appliance models starting at US$ 249 and represents an important milestone in the execution of Secure Computing's post-merger strategy.

According to IDC, there were more than 60 million SMBs worldwide which represented US$ 450 billion in IT spending in 2005.  SnapGear addresses this growing demand for strong, yet manageable, network security for small and medium businesses by combining the best of Secure Computing's enterprise-proven security protection with an easy-to-use Internet connectivity appliance.  A flexible solution, SnapGear can be deployed as a stand-alone firewall, a VPN gateway, a unified threat-management appliance or as a complete, secure network-in-a-box with all of the Internet and network connectivity features normally available only in enterprise-class devices. 

"The launch of the SnapGear appliance extends our renowned unified threat management solutions to the growing market of small and medium sized businesses in the Middle East market, creating great opportunities for our channel partners," said Sami Mulla, Director, Middle East, Secure Computing.  "We are confident that SnapGear's easy-to-manage, yet powerful and feature-rich security protection will prove the right combination for this important market segment. SnapGear provides a high margin product we are proud to add to the Secure Computing product portfolio."

 "Our SMB and SME customers are demanding more sophisticated security solutions to safeguard their businesses and keep up with today's rapidly moving security threats.  All-in-one unified threat management appliances offer comprehensive, easy-to-install and cost-effective security perfectly suited for the unique needs of the SMB/SME markets," added Mulla "The addition of SnapGear to the Secure Computing lineup gives the channel a wide range of easy-to-sell premium security solutions from the most trusted name in the business".

The SnapGear appliance line-up provides customers with a full-range of security and connectivity features that include:

Instant 'secure office' capability with full Internet access

Unified Threat Management: stateful firewall, IDS/IPS, VPN, and gateway anti-virus

Versatility: ability to be deployed as a firewall, VPN gateway, UTM security appliance or complete network-in-a-box solution

Employee Web access filtering & reporting with Webwasher

Both wired and wireless (Wifi) networking options 

Advanced high-speed platforms - true appliance technology

Browser-based management

Small footprint and highly reliable

Flash upgradeable technology (all models)

Central management, failover and load balancing

Full compatibility with Secure Computing's line of Sidewinder G2 and TSP Enterprise Threat Management platforms

Optional enterprise-class central management and reporting is available with Secure Computing's Global Command Center software. Global Command Center software allows enterprise network administrators to easily manage hundreds, or thousands of SnapGear appliances including the management of upgrades, policy changes and other configuration tasks with the click of a mouse.

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About Secure Computing:
Secure Computing (NASDAQ: SCUR)  is a global provider of information security solutions that offer organizations off all sizes comprehensive and proven protection from today's most pressing security threats.   Specializing in unified threat management, secure content management and identity and access management, Secure Computing's innovative security solutions are backed by more than 20 years of experience protecting the assets of leading commercial and government organizations.  With its recent merger with CyberGuard and the support of a worldwide partner network, Secure Computing has established itself as a preeminent global leader in enterprise IT security.  The company is headquartered in San Jose, Calif., and has offices worldwide. For more information, visit http://www.securecomputing.com.

This press release contains forward-looking statements regarding Secure Computing's new product offering of SnapGear and such statements involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Among the important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those indicated by such forward-looking statements are delays in product development, undetected software errors or bugs, competitive pressures, technical difficulties, changes in customer requirements, general economic conditions and the risk factors detailed from time to time in Secure Computing's periodic reports and registration statements filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

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