In 1994 there wasn't much to worry about when it came to securing the Internet. The existing provisions for passwords and other built-in measures proved sufficient to safeguard circuits, servers and other networking hardware.

As the Internet exploded into massive growth so did the demand for software applications, features, new and faster communication methods and the like. The demand to deliver this new technology pushed many companies to overlook security issues by reducing their test time in order for their products to be released and used by the public. At the same time many computer hacker rings formed to "explore" this new technology and its vulnerabilities.

"If you build it, we will break it"
And so the struggle between good and evil began. Hacking and security issues are nothing new to computer-automated systems. The Internet is simply a faster and more efficient means to attempt illegal acts. Fortunately companies like St. Louis Internet have invested a substantial amount of money and technical resources to protect your interests.
All of our dedicated connection customers, web hosting, EMAIL and other servers sit behind a commercial-grade firewall with extensive alert, filtering and reporting features. This service is provided at no additional charge to our customers.

Secure Data Exchange
St. Louis Internet offers a secure data exchange system whereby you can send and receive documents which have been encrypted with the Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) used by the U.S. Government. Using the RIJNDAEL algorithm, AES will replace the "Triple DES" algorithm currently used by the U.S. Government.
Our Secure Data Exchange (SDE) transport includes a 128-bit SSL file upload encryption PLUS 128-bit AES file encryption. According to government studies it would take 149 trillion YEARS to crack data encrypted with AES if DES could be cracked in one second (which it can't).

How Do I Use It ?
First you will be issued a personal Digital ID key from us. This identifies you to our server as an authenticated user. Any other person or company you wish to exchange data with will also need a Digital ID key from us.
Once you have obtained your personal Digital ID key you may begin encrypting and sharing any type of data file between any other person or entity with their own Digital ID key.

It's as easy as logging into our system and select a file off your local hard drive to be encrypted and uploaded to a vault on our server. Once the file has been uploaded we will send EMAIL notifications to the parties you want to receive the data and they will login to our server vault and retrieve the file. You will be able to see who has been notified and who has downloaded the data via your browser.

How is the File Secured ?
Each file you want to send is uploaded over the encrypted 128-bit SSL transport to our server and then encrypted again with your 128-bit AES key. A new key is generated each time you upload a different file so the same key is not used each time.

What about Hackers & Security ?
In order for someone to read your AES encrypted file they must first have your Digital ID key. You are responsible for keeping your Digital ID key safe. Secondly they must have the AES key for the particular file they want to unencrypt. Given both these requirements it would take 149 trillion years times two to successfully enter the system and decode your file.

How much does it cost ?
A Digital ID costs $ 199.00 per year.
Secure Data Exchange (SDE) service is between $30 and $200 per month depending on volume.

For more information on our SDE service please contact us.

St. Louis Internet also provides:

• Auditing of your internal & external systems
• Installation and maintenance of additional security devices as may be needed
• Technical security training and support
• End-user security training
• Virus detection & removal
• Server/PC Software and Hardware installation and repair
• On-site Firewall solutions

In addition to our expertise in Internet/Intranet security we also have experience, through our sister company Advanced Digital Systems, providing state-of-the-art physical security systems. Some customers who have used A.D.S. include the Department of Defense, U.S. Air Force and SPAWAR Naval Systems.

Our Role as an ISP
St. Louis Internet is comitted to providing our customers with the best Internet service available. We have installed anti-SPAM mail servers to reduce the amount of "junk" you receive an average of 60%. We also virus-check all incoming EMAIL to reduce your chances of having infected equipment and, of course, our commercial-grade firewall system to thwart network attacks.

Get Protected, Stay Protected
Businesses that have been hacked experience:

• An Internal or external hard dollar cost to repair
• Decrease in sales revenue from downtime/inavailability
• Employee productivity goes down
• Customer service suffers
• Moral problems

The costs associated with rebuilding systems which have been hacked reaches the billions annually and you don't have to be a Fortune-500 company to be a target. Most hackers are looking for anyone with an open door to get their thrills, and even if caught and prosecuted seldom have any assets with which to pay you back.

Contact us today for more information on network security