In the first initiative of its kind in South America, the Chilean online security programme aims to educate parents, young people and children about the potential risks when using the Internet. Detica's StreamShield® content filtering solution will be a key element of this programme.

"Detica's ultra-high speed StreamShield® technology will enable us to block access to web-based child abuse images. This means we will be able to provide our customers with a safer environment and protect children while simultaneously dealing a serious blow against child pornographers," said Mauricio Ramos, VTR Executive Chairman, who has personally led the project.

John Gorbutt, StreamShield® Sales Director at Detica, said VTR was leading the way in protecting South American internet users. He added: "This is another success story where one of Detica's leading-edge solutions is being deployed to address the real-world concerns of major broadband service providers. We are delighted to be part of VTR's new and innovative broadband security programme in Chile to provide a safer, cleaner Internet for everyone."

The StreamShield® Content Security Gateway is an advanced carrier-grade content processing solution designed for high-speed Internet service provider and mobile operator networks. It enables Internet service providers to pipe clean, filtered Internet content directly into homes and businesses without the need for customers to install any specialised software or hardware on their computers.