Replies to post #15886 on Wave Systems Corp. (fka WAVXQ)

[awk]

How about like this?

It's taken from Wave's website....


Wave is building the infrastructure and services to enable the deployment and management of trusted computing platforms. The services and infrastructure are designed to be flexible and deliver solutions within the framework of such industry initiatives as the Trusted Computing Platform Alliance, and other security initiatives recently launched by Intel and Microsoft.
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Wave’s programmable EMBASSY® technology enables the establishment of a network of hardware trusted clients – embedded in personal computers, peripherals such as smart card readers and keyboards, and mobile devices. Additionally, EMBASSY technology is available in cryptographically-protected solutions as enabling utilities and end-to-end client server solutions for products from leading silicon suppliers National Semiconductor and Infineon Technologies. EMBASSY technology includes embedded libraries and firmware for the silicon providers to license.

Today, Wave’s EMBASSY Suite of Secure Services can add to the value of hardened security as offered by the National Semiconductor SafeKeeper™ PC21100 Module or Infineon’s Trusted Platform Module by offering a suite of enhanced applications for trusted digital signatures, secure document storage, secure document management and powerful privacy options.

A key component of Wave’s EMBASSY offer is the Trust Assurance Network (TAN). The TAN is an optional server infrastructure that can manage trust domains, platform integrity, trusted platform management infrastructure and the distribution of secure applications and services to platforms containing trusted hardware. The TAN allows for ongoing upgrading of the combined product solutions, including the services, after the products have reached the marketplace. Working with partners, Wave delivers EMBASSY services that provide a cost effective TCPA-compliant solution with services that will both generate new revenue opportunities today, while forming the basis of trust necessary for a thriving e-commerce infrastructure in the future.

[tampa123]

Ramsey2 - I'm all for anyone writing whatever they wish. However, if it is not accurate, or can't be proven then I am not comfortable having my name associated with it. Others who will be buying into Wave and finding our board will read this. And, while I agree with Barge to the extent that we should attempt to describe all things that are possible for Wave to become, I would then recommend that we clearly separate fact from forward-looking disclaimer-like statements.

As for Wave's Mission - I don't think we should play around there at all. I'm sure Wave has a Mission Statement, and we should definitely use theirs (for the sake of accuracy). The last thing I want us to do is put ourselves in a position where we're trying to describe what Wave will ultimately become, or strive to become for Wave, and write it as though it's fact, or a foregone conclusion. To me -- That's hyping!

Lastly, I applaud Barge for stirring the pot here on this one. He's right! This should be discussed. This should be looked at with a critical eye (productively and encouragingly of course). However, I don't agree that it should be argued. Not that he (Barge) suggested that, but debates sometimes lead to the squeeky-wheel scenario. I have no intentions of getting into any long drawn-out debate over this.

You've already heard (and seen) my opinion. Now, I'd like to challenge Barge the way he's challenged all of you. Barge ~ don't waste our time with analyzing what everyone else writes or says. I think you should publish your thoughts by writing the opening for this board the way you'd like to see it written --- FIRST. It'll be easier on all of us if we get you satisfied first, because you do tend to need a little oil on your wheels at times, and I don't feel like not posting for a week until you run out of energy.

T123