WatchGuard and Citrix simplify remote access

WatchGuard Technologies, a leading provider of network security solutions,
has partnered with Citrix Systems the global leader in access infrastructure
solutions, to deliver the WatchGuard Firebox SSL Core VPN Gateway with Citrix
Secure Access to small and medium businesses (SMBs). The two companies are
expected to coordinate marketing and sales activities and anticipate developing
additional SSL VPN products for SMB customers.

This agreement continues WatchGuard's strategy to collaborate with
best-of-breed vendors in emerging technology areas and develop specialized
security appliances. By leveraging technology from industry leaders and
utilizing the strengths of its robust Firebox platform, WatchGuard can quickly
and cost-effectively introduce new appliances that address emerging threats and
market requirements. After extensive analysis, WatchGuard selected Citrix's
SSL VPN technology, the Citrix Access Gateway, as the best-in-class solution for
the SMB market.

"Citrix is a natural technology - and channel - partner for WatchGuard,
offering powerful capabilities that WatchGuard can fully leverage in its broad
SMB channel," said Joel Conover, principal analyst at Current Analysis.
"The combination of Citrix SSL VPN technology with WatchGuard's SMB-optimized
hardware creates a powerful, easy-to-deploy SSL VPN solution with
enterprise-class functionality at a price point suited to the small to medium
enterprise market segment."

"Small businesses are increasing their IT security budgets to protect
the vital communications and network infrastructure required to succeed in today's
dynamic marketplace," said Mark Stevens, WatchGuard's Chief Strategy
Officer. "We believe that by leveraging Citrix's expertise in access
solutions, WatchGuard can extend its leadership position in the SMB security
market."

"Citrix recognizes the market opportunity for secure remote access for
SMBs. By partnering with WatchGuard, Citrix solutions will be increasingly
deployed by small and medium businesses," said Ross Brown, VP, Worldwide
Channels and Operations for Citrix. "Given WatchGuard's product and
channel reach into the SMB market, we see this as a way to attack this large
market segment and broaden our channel reach."

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