Symantec expanded its Managed Security Services (MSS) to support additional intrusion prevention systems (IPS) The new Monitored and Managed IPS Service includes support for an extensive list of network-based IPS technologies available, including ISS, Juniper Networks, Tipping Point, McAfee, and Cisco. The enhanced offering resonates with a stronger sales message that can be pitched to a broader audience. The impact on competitors in the managed security market will be moderate, as many have taken steps to move to a vendor-neutral platform themselves.”]

