TechWorld: Novell to Launch Linux Qualification

"Novell is launching a Certified Linux Engineer programme in which IT pros can demonstrate competence in using Linux in a business environment. The certificate, like the successful Certified NetWare Engineer (CNE) scheme, will be used for job applications and in-service training.

"'There is a demand for this,' said Brian Green, Novell product marketing manager EMEA. 'Customers thinking of buying Linux from Novell are concerned about the lack of skills. We've been running a series of Linux events round the world, and over fifty percent of delegates said they wanted Novell to contact them about Linux training...'"

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