CBT Systems Expands Microsoft BackOffice Interactive Training Curriculum

Business Wire, June 22, 1998

MENLO PARK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 22, 1998--

Updates to Three Curricula Enable Systems and Networks Administrators, Webmasters to Deploy and Manage Latest Microsoft Server Applications

CBT Systems, a leading provider of interactive education software for information technology (IT) training, today announced that it has begun shipping courseware to complement its extensive range of Microsoft(R) BackOffice(TM) curricula. The new curricula for Microsoft Internet Information Server 4.0, Proxy Server 2.0 and Microsoft Exchange Server 5.5 provide systems and network administrators, consultants and webmasters with the capability to integrate Microsoft's information sharing, collaboration and management technologies effectively into their computing environment.

The new courseware includes significant updates that cover the many enhancements included in the latest versions of Microsoft Internet Information Server (Version 4.0), Microsoft Proxy Server (Version 2.0) andMicrosoft Exchange Server (Version 5.5). The new courses are approved by Microsoft for use in preparing for related exams included in the Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE and MCSE Internet) certifications.

"Our partnership with CBT Systems has resulted in a leading-edge, interactive BackOffice training solution," said Nancy Lewis, general manager of worldwide training and certification at Microsoft. "These new courses will enable IT Managers to get the most from the various BackOffice technologies and to better deploy and support today's most demanding line of business applications."

"Microsoft Windows NT Server and its associated BackOffice Server suite are making major in-roads into small, medium and large businesses," said Lisa Jones, CBT Systems' director of Product Marketing. "The challenge for systems administrators and training managers is to ensure that technology professionals can remain current on this rapidly evolving information technology. CBT Systems' extensive range of engaging, interactive for Microsoft certification preparation and flexible deployment options enable IT staff to attain and maintain Microsoft's certification levels, no matter where they are." Microsoft Internet Information Server 4.0 (IIS 4.0) courseware is designed to train webmasters and administrators responsible for installing, configuring and maintaining this web server extension to Microsoft Windows NT(R) Server. The curriculum covers the key features and administration tools of IIS 4.0; the steps involved in configuring WWW and FTP services and DNS; and Windows NT 4.0 and IIS 4.0 security features.

Microsoft Proxy Server 2.0 courseware is designed for technology professionals who want to learn how to use Microsoft Proxy Server to provide end users with secure access to the Internet. The curriculum covers architecture and functionality; planning and installation; and configuration and management.

Microsoft Exchange Server 5.5 courseware is designed for system and network administrators and consultants who design, configure and implement this e-mail and groupware server. The curriculum covers basic concepts; planning and design considerations; installation, verification, troubleshooting and advanced security; configuration of the various Microsoft Exchange Server components; integration of Microsoft Exchange Server and Outlook; the creation and management of public folders and forms; the connection of Microsoft Exchange sites; integration with the Internet; and migration from Microsoft Mail.

In-Depth, Flexible Desktop Training

As with all CBT Systems' courseware, the new courses precisely simulate the on-screen look and feel of these popular NT server applications, enabling students to gain a thorough understanding of important configuration details without risk of impact to their local network infrastructure. The new courses can be deployed via CBTCampus, CBTWeb, CBTWeb Plus, LAN or CD-ROM. CBT Systems also offers 24-hour/7-days per week, Internet-based courseware guidance through its Scholars.com on-line mentoring subsidiary. CBT Systems develops curricula covering the full range of Microsoft products and offers online training mapping to Microsoft's certification programs, including: -0-

     --   Microsoft Certified Professional

     --   Microsoft Certified Professional Internet

     --   Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer

     --   Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer Internet

     --   Microsoft Certified Solution Developer

     --   Microsoft Office User Specialist certification

Availability and Pricing

Many of the Microsoft BackOffice courses are available immediately, with the remainder planned for availability during Q3 (please contact CBT Systems for specific details). CBT Systems offers personal-use licenses for one to five users, and enterprise licenses for larger organizations. For information on CBT Systems products, call 800/387-0932, fax 650/614-5901, or send an e-mail to salesinfo@cbtsys.com.

About CBT Systems

CBT Systems, a subsidiary of CBT Group PLC (NASDAQ:CBTSY), is a leading provider of interactive education software for information technology professionals in business, education and government markets worldwide. The company's comprehensive library, which covers a range of client/server, mainframe and Internet and intranet technologies, is used by the world's leading corporations to train employees to develop and apply mission-critical technologies in the workplace. CBT Systems is located on the World Wide Web at www.cbtsys.com.