TOKYO, Oct. 13, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Internet Initiative Japan Inc. (IIJ) (Nasdaq:IIJI) (TSE1: 3774), one of Japan's leading Internet access and comprehensive network solutions providers, today announced the release of the Authentication Server Connection Option for users of the IIJ Secure Web Gateway Service, a SaaS Web security service that prevents information leaks and virus infections from the Web. This new option enables customers to tie their authentication server directly to the gateway service.

The Authentication Server Connection Option integrates the IIJ Secure Web Gateway Service with the ActiveDirectory user account management software, which is used by many of the largest corporations, and provides centralized website access control and log management. This allows system administrators to continue to use their existing account management system and work flow but achieve stronger security with lower operational overhead.

 This new option boasts the following features:
 * Centralized account management
   Administrators can create and change accounts from the
   customer's ActiveDirectory. Operational overhead is also reduced
   because password changes and synchronization can be performed
   via ActiveDirectory.
 * Access control at the individual level
   By integrating with ActiveDirectory, the system can recognize
   individual users, even in a DHCP(*1) environment, making
   HTTP/HTTPS access control possible for individuals. The allowed
   URL filter group settings can also be set for individuals,
   allowing a finer granularity of control.
 * Access monitoring and tracking at the individual level
   Monthly reports can be generated showing visited URLs and volume
   of data downloaded for individual users.