Date: Thu, 16 Mar 2000 02:50:27 -0600 From: Sair Linux and GNU Certification NewsTo: lwn@lwn.net Subject: Sair Linux and GNU Newsletter Dear Sair Linux & GNU Supporters: Much has happened since our last mailing. Sair's complete Linux and GNU Certified Administrator (LCA) level of exams are now available worldwide and our self-study guide for Linux & GNU Installation and Configuration has sold close to 40,000 copies--a reprint for 10,000 more has been ordered to meet overwhelming demand. As always, Sair would like to thank the Linux community and our network of trainers, training centers and advisory board members for their regular feedback and participation in our program. Together we will continue to build on our combined successes and make certain that quality, comprehensive educational materials are available for Linux. There's a lot that follows, but it's worth the read!! Sincerely, The Sair Linux & GNU Team ____________________________________________ Sair Linux & GNU Notes and News Sair Linux & GNU Acquired by Wave Technologies In a continuing effort to bring quality Linux training to the marketplace, and to focus on implementing standards through certification, Wave Technologies International Inc. (Nasdaq: WAVT) has acquired Sair, Inc. "This relationship between Sair and Wave Technologies fits hand in glove," said Ken Kousky, president of Wave technologies International. "Sair Linux and GNU training materials and certification program are well-recognized in the market. By combining Sair's comprehensive materials with Wave's established administrative and distribution network, we are confident that we can provide the highest quality and most effective Linux training and certification program in the world." Sair, founded in 1992, is the only company currently providing live Linux certification exams. The Sair Linux and GNU Certification is comprised of three levels, each containing four exams. Sair has a contract with Sylvan Prometric for delivery of the 12 Sair Linux and GNU exams, which are available in more than 140 countries. "To date, four exams have been released," said Dr. Tobin Maginnis, president and founder of Sair, Inc. This completes the first of the three levels of certification. The three levels include: Level I - Sair Linux and GNU Certified Administrator (LCA); Level II - Sair Linux and GNU Certified Engineer (LCE); and Level III-Master Sair Linux and GNU Certified Engineer. "We are very comfortable with combining our efforts with Wave Technologies," said Maginnis. "Wave is known in the industry for developing and implementing quality-based training materials. They also have the corporate infrastructure to make certain that Linux certification reaches its fullest potential." "Wave also has developed key relationships within the IT industry," Maginnis continued. "This merging of efforts represents a big step in building cooperative relationships necessary for preventing fragmentation within the open source community over certification." "This collaboration will provide long-term stability for Linux & GNU certification globally," Kevin Seddon, vice president of operations for Sair said. "Wave appeals to an international, quality-based market that recognizes the need for training and Sair's mission is to provide the Linux market with comprehensive training and certification. We believe strongly that the Linux community and business in general will benefit from this new enterprise." "Wave Technologies sees a real need for training and certification as more and more companies implement Linux in their e-commerce and other business strategies," said Mike Smith, Linux product manager for Wave Technologies. "Our acquisition of Sair allows us to enhance our Linux development." "Our commitment to certification training, and specifically Linux certification, is strengthened by this acquisition," said Christine Atienza, vice president of business development for Wave Technologies. "Sair Linux and GNU Certification is the only fully functioning Linux certification available; Wave is proud to stand at the forefront of Linux certification." Wave's Web site is located at http://www.wavetech.com ____________________________________________ Compaq Chooses Sair Linux & GNU Certification and Training Contracts with Sair, Inc. to Develop Compaq's Linux ASE Program. Compaq Computer Company has announced it will utilize Sair Linux & GNU Training Material as a base to develop its internal ASE program. The Compaq ASE program is designed to educate and test Compaq employees on how Linux works specifically on Compaq hardware. As indicated above, Compaq has listed Sair Linux & GNU training material as a prerequisite for the ASE program. Sair will consult with Compaq and assist in development of the ASE program and will utilize its own Sair Linux & GNU training material to structure the ASE program. ____________________________________________ Sair Linux & GNU Self-Study Guide Exceeds Sales Expectations. Sair Linux & GNU textbook, Installation and Configuration, which leads to the Sair Linux & GNU Installation and Configuration examination offered through Sylvan Prometric, has sold 40,000 copies. An additional print run is scheduled to meet increasing demand. The textbook or self-study guide is available at all major retail bookstores online and at traditional retail outlets. ____________________________________________ Sair to Train Compaq Accredited System Engineers, Resellers and Developers Worldwide. Several months ago Compaq Computer Company contracted to become a Sair Linux & GNU Authorized Internal Training Organization (ITO). Compaq has now asked that Sair utilize its network of training facilities throughout the country and world to provide training for its internal and external personnel. Sair's comprehensive Linux and GNU training and certification will be a prerequisite for Compaq's internal ASE program and will be the training of choice for its reseller channel members and network of developers. Compaq has begun to order material and classes will begin in the coming months. Sair will initially assist in coordinating and conducting training. The first training will take place in March at Compaq's corporate headquarters in Houston. ____________________________________________ Sair Linux and GNU is turning up the heat. After several months of development, the second training course, System Administration, is nearing completion, and should be available to training facilities by March 31. Call your local training facility for more information about the course. Development of the next courses, Networking, will begin in early April. This course will be co-developed with the level two exams. For more information about the program, or if you just have a question to ask, please contact our office by sending an email to questions@sairinc.com, or please call us anytime at 1.800.777.4210. Also we would like to encourage everyone to visit our website, www.linuxcertification.com, for helpful tips on how to prepare for the exam.