Press Release

Novell Announces New NDS Technical Support Tool

LogicSource for NDS Provides In-depth Explanations of Concepts, Processes and Operations Unique to NDS

PROVO, Utah -- Aug 06, 1998 -- Novell, Inc. today announced the release of LogicSource™ for Novell Directory Services™ (NDS™), the most comprehensive technical support resource ever written for any network directory service. More than 1500 pages of technical specifications, hypertext links and detailed instructions on how to perform functions and procedures unique to NDS are included in one convenient CD. LogicSource for NDS enables users to identify, resolve and avoid error codes to maximize the unique benefits of NDS, making it an essential resource for anyone who manages or supports NDS-enabled networks.

LogicSource follows the logic flow of NDS and presents in-depth explanations of the concepts, processes and operations that make NDS the world's leading networking directory. The tool is designed to help manage and support NetWare®4.x NDS environments by providing descriptions of common error codes to help users learn why they occur and how to avoid them in the future. A version for soon-to-be- released NetWare 5 is in the works.

"As directories become more and more critical to the management of today's complex networks, manageability of the directory becomes correspondingly important," said Rich Nortz, senior vice president, Novell Customer Services. "LogicSource for NDS is a high-powered knowledge tool for end- users, developers and system administrators who want a competitive advantage when implementing NDS, writing code or resolving operational problems."

Mastery Training Series

To introduce customers to LogicSource for NDS, a mastery training series will be taught in twelve U.S. cities. The two-day course will cover NDS system design and integration; installation and configuration; troubleshooting techniques; and how best to use the LogicSource for NDS CD. Cost for the training is US $800 and includes a copy of LogicSource for NDS, a two-hour training video, course materials and lunch.

Novell recommends that attendees have Certified Novell Engineer® certification with NetWare 4.x training and have had moderate experience with NDS. For more information on cities and dates, visit the mastery training website at http://support.novell.com/additional/advtt/us/ndstraining.htm.

Availability

LogicSource for NDS is available immediately with four different license options ranging from US $295 for a single user to $5,995 for a corporate license. Purchasing information is available on the Web at http://support.novell.com/logicsource/nds or by calling Novell's Customer Response Center at 888- 321-4272.

About Novell

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.

Press Contact:
Laura Kvinge
Novell, Inc.
Phone: (801) 222-4029
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