Changes in US regulations covering the export of encryption technology have taken effect, making it easier for US firms to sell systems overseas. Regulations previously blocked some technologies from export. The new rules are based on the type of customer and in what countries products are sold.
Export boost as US encryption regulations take effect.
Changes in US regulations covering the export of encryption technology have taken effect, making it easier for US firms to sell systems overseas.
Computing, 20 Jan 2000
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