Ooma Introduces Internet Security to Make Home Networks Safer and More Secure
November 28 2016 - 8:35AM
Business Wire
Ooma Internet Security features threat-blocking capabilities
from Zscaler designed to protect families from internet perils and
unwanted content on all devices on the home network.
Ooma, Inc. (NYSE:OOMA), a smart communications platform for
small businesses and consumers, today introduced Ooma Internet
Security powered by Zscaler, a robust, cloud-based internet
security service that protects all devices connected to the home
network. Ooma Internet Security provides unmatched security and
threat detection by blocking viruses, malware and phishing attempts
triggered by browsing the internet. It also provides users the
choice to block many categories of potentially objectionable web
content.
Delivered using Zscaler’s DNS-based cloud security platform that
is updated thousands of times per day, Ooma Internet Security is
easy to set up and provides highly effective, up-to-date protection
from internet threats throughout the home without the need to
manage individual devices. Ooma Internet Security protects any
device that accesses the web from the home network, including Mac
and PC computers as well as iOS and Android tablets and mobile
phones.
“As part of our mission to create robust communications
experiences, we are leveraging our cloud-based platform to enhance
other connected services and devices in the home,” said Eric Stang,
CEO of Ooma. “Internet security is a logical extension to our Ooma
phone service, giving families affordable, powerful protection from
threats for an unlimited number of devices.”
A 2015 study by Common Sense, an independent nonprofit
organization, found that American children ages 8 and older consume
between six to nine hours of media content daily, not including
school use or homework. Ooma Internet Security provides parents
peace of mind, knowing their families have up-to-date protection
against a multitude of threats. Ooma Internet Security’s key
features for families include:
- Threat blocking: blocks access
to websites that may contain viruses, spyware, malware or other
internet threats.
- Content filtering: restrict
access to inappropriate or objectionable websites using predefined
categories.
- Customizable rules: create a
custom list of sites to allow or block, and grant access to sites
in real-time based on requests from users within the home.
- Safe search: actively enforce
safe search mode on Google, Yahoo and Bing search engines.
"Ooma Internet Security is an important and much-needed step
forward in providing a secure browsing experience to consumers,”
said Punit Minocha, vice president of business development at
Zscaler. “Security threats are becoming more prevalent, as
consumers are targeted by malware, ransomware and other threats.
With Ooma Internet Security powered by Zscaler, Ooma customers are
protected from internet threats and can take advantage of valuable
parental controls to safeguard their entire family with cloud-based
security.”
Ooma Internet Security is a firmware upgrade that is rolling out
to Ooma Telo users in the United States and Canada. Pricing is
$5.99 per month for Basic customers and $3.99 per month for Ooma
Premier customers. A 30-day free trial will be available and
customers can activate their subscription from within the My Ooma
web portal. Ooma will also offer the choice of one free year of
Ooma Internet Security with the purchase of an annual Premier
subscription. For more information and to sign up for Ooma Internet
Security, visit
www.ooma.com/telo/home-internet-security.
About Ooma, Inc.
Founded in 2004, Ooma creates new communications experiences for
small businesses and consumers. Its smart platform serves as a
communications hub, which offers cloud-based telephony and other
connected services. Ooma combines PureVoice HD call quality and
innovative features with mobile applications for reliable anytime,
anywhere calling. The company has been ranked the No. 1 home phone
service for overall satisfaction and value for five consecutive
years by the leading consumer research publication. Ooma is also
partnering with connected device makers to create smarter offices
and homes. Ooma is available from leading retailers including
Amazon, Best Buy, Costco and Walmart. For more information about
Ooma, please visit www.ooma.com or follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn
or Facebook.
Ooma, Ooma Internet Security, Telo, PureVoice and the Ooma logo
are trademarks of Ooma, Inc. Zscaler is a registered trademark of
Zscaler, Inc. All other company and product names may be trademarks
of the respective companies with which they are associated.
About Zscaler
Zscaler, the leading cloud security company, is revolutionizing
internet security with the industry’s first Security as a Service
Platform. As the most innovative firm in the $35 billion security
market, Zscaler is used by more than 5,000 leading organizations,
including 50 of the Fortune 500, protecting more than 15 million
users worldwide against cyber-attacks and data breaches.
Zscaler is a Gartner Magic Quadrant leader for Secure Web
Gateways and delivers a safe and productive internet experience for
every user, from any device or location — 100% in the cloud.
Zscaler delivers unified, carrier-grade internet security, next
generation firewall, web security, sandboxing/advanced persistent
threat (APT) protection, data loss prevention, SSL inspection,
traffic shaping, policy management and threat intelligence—all
without the need for on-premises hardware, appliances or software.
To learn more, visit us at www.zscaler.com.
View source
version on businesswire.com: http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20161128005315/en/
OomaBrian Jaquet, 650-300-2125brian.jaquet@ooma.comorAccess
Emanate CommunicationsVanessa Piccinini,
415-844-6252TeamOoma@access-emanate.com
Ooma (NYSE:OOMA)
Historical Stock Chart
From Aug 2024 to Sep 2024
Ooma (NYSE:OOMA)
Historical Stock Chart
From Sep 2023 to Sep 2024