Aladdin Brings Innovation to Time-Based Subscriptions for Software Used in Network Environments

New solution offers advanced, secure method for subscriptions and rental of software

CHICAGO, March 20, 2007 - Aladdin Knowledge Systems (NASDAQ: ALDN), the leader in Software DRM, strong authentication and content security solutions, today announced general availability of its new HASP® HL NetTime key that serves as one of the latest additions to the family of HASP SRM protection key solutions, released yesterday. HASP HL NetTime offers numerous advancements that allow the subscription or rental of multi-user software based on a specific time period.

Working within the HASP SRM suite of solutions, HASP NetTime is specifically designed for software used in network environments, serving as a ground-breaking, hardware-based tool for software publishers to grow their subscription and rental business through innovative software protection, IP protection and secure licensing.

"Specifically focused on the special requirements for multi-user software, HASP NetTime answers the many demands of software vendors with customers using time-based software in network environments," said Avi Barir, vice president of Software DRM at Aladdin Knowledge Systems. "HASP NetTime combines all the functionality of Aladdin’s advanced HASP licensing and protection keys with the unique time-based subscription or rental capabilities, bringing even more revenue-increasing options to our valued ISV customers. Aladdin is pleased to announce yet another innovative HASP key that opens the door to multi-user focused growth."

The Most Secure & Flexible Network Licensing Available

Using just one HASP HL NetTime key installed in a network to serve multiple concurrent users, the new key supports the following licensing models:

• Time-Based – Use HASP HL NetTime's real-time clock to enable subscription or rental of software for a specific time period
• Network Concurrency – Enable up to 250 users to concurrently access the application in a network environment
• Feature-Based – Enable or disable product features based upon user needs and budget. HASP HL NetTime's added memory means a greater number of features and/or applications can be protected with each key
• Custom Licenses – Use the HASP HL NetTime network seats, secure memory, and unique ID to create\license models that best fit business needs

Strong Anti-Piracy Protection and Power On-Key, Real-Time Clock

HASP HL NetTime provides strong copy protection that guarantees publishers get paid for every copy of software. A real-time, on-key clock prevents tampering with time settings, while on-chip 128-bit AES encryption ensures a robust link between the application and the hardware key. Featuring secure, non PC-dependent external storage, HASP HL NetTime also stores licenses, passwords, strings, and application dependent data in either protected read/write memory or ROM.

HASP HL NetTime is designed and manufactured under ISO 9001:2000, ensuring consistent quality and performance. For additional information on Aladdin HASP HL NetTime and the entire suite of HASP SRM solutions, visit www.Aladdin.com/HASP.

About Aladdin

Aladdin Knowledge Systems Ltd. (NASDAQ: ALDN), founded in 1985, is a global provider of security solutions. Its security products are organized into two segments: Software Digital Rights Management (DRM) and Enterprise Security. Aladdin's Software DRM products allow software developers and publishers to protect their intellectual property, increase revenues through licensing, and reduce losses from software piracy. Aladdin's Enterprise Security solutions enable organizations to secure their information technology assets by controlling who has access to their networks (identity and password management) and what content their users can utilize (proactive content security). Aladdin has offices in 10 countries, a worldwide network of channel partners and holds numerous industry awards for innovation and reliability. For more information, please visit the Aladdin Web site at www.Aladdin.com.

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