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Novell Expands Master CNE Program Program Helps Companies Support Heterogeneous Environments OREM, Utah -- December 3, 1996 -- Novell, Inc. today announced an expansion of its industry-leading Master Certified Novell Engineer (Master CNE) program to include two new education tracks that focus on maintaining and supporting Internet/intranet and multi-platform networks. The new Internet/Intranet Solutions and Client/Network Solutions tracks enable CNEs to leverage their existing knowledge of Novell's IntranetWare and Novell Directory Services (NDS) to support today's global networks and multivendor, open systems environments. "With these new enhancements, CNEs can earn the elite Master CNE certification and specialize in high-demand integration skills," said Gary A. Clark, director of skills assessment for Novell Education. "By providing seamless, cross-platform IntranetWare solutions, Master CNEs will support the most advanced and cost-effective computing environments available today." Designed for network professionals wanting to incorporate Internet technologies with their existing infrastructure, the Internet/Intranet Solutions track focuses on building full-service intranets. A Master CNE certified in this track will be able to seamlessly integrate Internet/intranet solutions with NDS. Skills include managing the IP infrastructure, building FTP services, installing firewalls and integrating the network operating system with the Web server, FTP servers and WAN connections to the Internet. The Client/Network Solutions track addresses the real-world, heterogeneous environments that CNEs are working in. The training covers the integration of other platforms with IntranetWare and the solutions-oriented aspects of networking. The track includes three areas of specialization: IBM AS/400, Microsoft Windows NT and Santa Cruz Operations (SCO) UNIX. This track also allows for simultaneous AS/400 or SCO ACE certification once required examinations have been passed. Novell plans to add vendors and platforms to this track on the basis of customer demand.
IntranetWare and UNIX Integration The IntranetWare and UNIX Integration track was developed with the cooperation of SCO. Training for the IntranetWare courses is available through Novell Authorized Education Centers (NAECs) worldwide. Training for the UNIX courses is available through SCO Authorized Education Centers. "Integrated computing environments are more prevalent than ever," said Shamim Formoso, director of Partner Programs at SCO. "The realities of today's networking structures require technicians and engineers to understand the intricacies of multiple platforms and configurations. Novell has stepped up to meet these needs by providing one of the most comprehensive certification programs in the industry. This is a great move for SCO, Novell and the industry at large."
IntranetWare and Windows NT Integration Novell developed this track to satisfy the customer demand for CNEs knowledgeable in integrating NDS with Windows NT. "The focus of this track is integration," said Gary A. Clark, director of skills assessment for Novell Education. "Master CNEs will learn how to integrate Windows NT servers with IntranetWare and NDS, minimizing the administration costs of an enterprise environment and maximizing the company's investment." Training will be available in early 1997 through NAECs worldwide.
IntranetWare and AS/400 Integration Novell Education and IBM cooperated to develop the IntranetWare/ AS/400 Integration track. Training is now available through select NAECs. "We are pleased to be working with Novell to enhance the value of network investments for a wide range of customers," said Bill Zeitler, general manager, IBM AS/400 Division. "This relationship represents an opportunity for two leading network solution providers to help companies better implement more streamlined PC LAN solutions."
Other Changes The existing Master CNE tracks have been renamed to more accurately reflect the skill sets covered and to make it easier to add related courses. The Network Management track is now called Management, the Infrastructure and Advanced Access track is now called Connectivity and the GroupWare Integration track is now called Messaging. All of the over 94,000 CNEs worldwide can immediately pursue Master CNE certification. Previously only CNEs who had earned NetWare 3, NetWare 4 or GroupWise certification were eligible.
Novell Education Background A pioneer in IT training programs, Novell Education has been certifying industry and network professionals since 1989 and continues to be the industry innovator and leader. Novell Education has driven literacy and global acceptance of Novell products and technologies, while also creating certification programs that have become de facto global standards for hiring and promoting network professionals. Currently over 220,000 certifications have been granted and over 200,000 are in progress. For more information on the Master CNE program, customers may visit Novell Education's Web page at http://education.novell.com, visit their local NAEC or call 1-800-233-EDUC. For testing information, customers within North America can contact Sylvan Prometric at 1-800-RED-EXAM. Founded in 1983, Novell (NASDAQ: NOVL) is the world's leading provider of network software. The company offers a wide range of network solutions for distributed network, Internet, intranet and small-business markets. Novell Education and technical support programs are the most comprehensive in the network computing industry. Information about Novell's complete range of products and services can be accessed on the World Wide Web at http://www.novell.com.
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