ZDNet: Citrix Plans Linux Due to Windows’ Fears

Written By
Web Webster
Web Webster
May 16, 2003

“Citrix has outlined plans to develop a Linux version of one of
its key security products–because customers believe that using
Windows servers for access systems exposes them to too many
security risks.

“Speaking at the company’s European iForum conference, chief
technology officer Bob Kruger revealed that a Linux version of
Citrix Secure Gateway (CSG) was scheduled for release later this
year.

“‘People who have some trepidation about putting Windows in the
DMZ are happier putting Linux in there,’ he said…”

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Web Webster

Web Webster

Web Webster has more than 20 years of writing and editorial experience in the tech sector. He’s written and edited news, demand generation, user-focused, and thought leadership content for business software solutions, consumer tech, and Linux Today, he edits and writes for a portfolio of tech industry news and analysis websites including webopedia.com, and DatabaseJournal.com.

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