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To: Sheldon C. who wrote (2377)	11/17/1997 11:07:00 AM
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Key Tronic's Secure Products Provide Ultimate Safeguard For Network And Portable Computer Access LAS VEGAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 17, 1997--Integrated Finger-Scanner Keyboard Protects Any PC With a Fingerprint, Not a Password Key Tronic Corporation (NASDAQ:KTCC), a world leader in keyboard and input device technology, today announced the availability of bundled solutions from the Secure product line, which utilizes nature's own identification system -- the fingerprint -- to ensure secure authorized access to computer files. Key Tronic today also introduced the Secure Keyboard Finger Image scanner, a 104-key Windows-95 compatible keyboard with the high-resolution scanner built in, eliminating the need for a separate peripheral. The streamlined Secure Keyboard Finger Image scanner allows any Windows-based system to benefit from the protection offered by finger imaging. Current networks and computer systems that use password and PIN technologies are still vulnerable to fraud and hacking. Unauthorized access can be significantly reduced through the positive identification provided by finger-imaging, greatly improving security, making it the most efficient and reliable solution in network and computer protection. The Secure product family includes finger-imaging scanners, frame grabbers, supporting hardware components and packaged software solutions. As of today, the scanners are available as stand-alone or incorporated keyboard units. The scanners feature state-of-the-art optics with miniature high-resolution cameras to record and read fingerprints as analog video signals. The accompanying frame grabbers, available as either a peripheral device or a PC card for portable systems, capture these signals and convert them into digital information that can be processed by the computer to lock out unauthorized users. "Computer security impacts everyone, from the enterprise customer concerned about sensitive corporate files, to the consumer who demands secure banking transactions," said Tom Parrish, director of sales and marketing, Key Tronic. "The Secure family transforms any Windows-based PC into an unbeatable security system, and does so at an exceptionally reasonable price." The supporting software, developed by the National Registry Inc. (NRI), an authority in fingerprint imaging software, includes a unique Microsoft(R) Windows 95-based, finger-image enabled screen-saver that prevents files from being accessed when a user is away from the computer. Once the screen saver has been activated, any attempt to access the computer generates a prompt for the user to place his or her finger on the scanner. Within seconds, the system verifies the fingerprint against previously enrolled images to identify the user and grant or deny access. The Secure family also utilizes Secure Authentication Facility for Microsoft Windows NT (SAF/NT) that complements and enhances Windows NT's built-in password-based log-on security process. Availability Key Tronic's Secure product line is immediately available from distributors including Ingram Micro, Merisel and Tech Data. The bundled packages are designed to meet the specific needs of network and portable computer systems. There are four packaged solutions for desktop users; each includes the Secure Scanner (either the stand-alone desktop scanner or keyboard scanner), Secure Frame Grabber peripheral, and software. The S1000-100 and S1000-400 bundles come with the Secure Screen Saver software for Microsoft Windows 95. The S1000-101 and S1000-401 packages feature Secure Authentication Facility for Microsoft(R) Windows NT. The bundled solutions for portable computers include the Secure Desktop Scanner and Secure Frame Grabber PC Card. The S1000-300 is packaged with the Secure Screen Saver software for Microsoft Windows 95, and the S1000-301 solution feature Secure Authentication Facility for Microsoft(R) Windows NT. The National Registry Inc., based in Tampa, FL, brings The Power of Positive Identification(TM) to business and government. The Company provides cost-effective finger imaging technology to verify individual identity; to protect business and personal information; and to replace or enhance passwords and PINs to safeguard and simplify access to electronic systems and enable new on-line services for customers. NRI is a leading supplier of finger-image-based personal identification systems for use by state and local governments. Further information is available through NRI's World Wide Web site: nrid.com . Key Tronic Corporation is the world's largest independent producer of keyboards and has long been a leading innovator with state-of-the-art computer input devices. The company recently introduced the first keyboards that incorporate Universal Serial Bus (USB) technology, as well as its Lifetime(TM) keyboards that offer the latest trackball, touchpad and infrared wireless technology with a guarantee for life. Key Tronic is also developing next-generation keyboards smart-card reader capability. Key Tronic's customers include Hewlett-Packard, IBM, Gateway 2000, Toshiba, Nortel and other leading international companies. The company had sales of $184.9 million for fiscal year 1997. Key Tronic employs approximately 2,400 people and operates facilities in Spokane, Mexico and Ireland. Information about Key Tronic and its products can be found on the World Wide Web at keytronic.com . Certain statements contained herein are forward-looking, and are subject to risks and uncertainties that could affect the company's actual future results and could cause results to differ materially from those contemplated by the company's forward-looking statements. The market for the company's products is characterized by rapidly changing technology, evolving industry standards, frequent new product introductions, relatively short product lifecycles and strong price competition. There can be no assurance that the company's products will be successful in the marketplace. Windows is a U.S. registered trademark of Microsoft Corp.