Coriolis Group Launches Windows 2000 Foundations; Exam Prep Book Provides Tech Professionals With a Blueprint for Building MCSE Credentials.

Business Editors/High-Tech Writers

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 28, 2000

The Coriolis Group, LLC, a leading educational publisher, e-learning and career development company, is handing the IT industry a shovel and shouting "Start Here!" with the introduction of its Windows 2000 Foundations Exam Prep(TM), a book specially designed to help tech professionals dig through the complex requirements for becoming a Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE).

More than 188,000 MCSE's currently certified in Windows NT 4.0 and thousands more seeking first-time credentials, will need to identify which exams are required, which ones to take and in what sequence, in order to succeed and stay competitive in their fields. Coriolis' Windows 2000 Foundations Exam Prep is the cornerstone for successful certification planning and studying.

The book provides an in-depth explanation of Microsoft's requirements and suggests appropriate sequences for taking the exams based on skill levels and desired career paths.

It also includes detailed information on key technologies and concepts covered on each exam, in addition to sample test questions, study tips and self-assessment tools that allow readers to evaluate their knowledge and gauge their readiness to take the actual exams.

"There are several paths to MCSE certification, and deciphering the various exams, their content and real-world applications can be very confusing, but just getting started is often the hardest part," said Keith Weiskamp, Coriolis chief executive officer.

"Windows 2000 Foundations Exam Prep is the one-stop source for everything you need to know about MCSE certification, and how to build the best study and examination plan for your individual needs. It is a blueprint for success."

The Coriolis Group, LLC (http://www.coriolis.com), is a leading e-learning company, publisher, and career development organization, providing the most comprehensive and user-friendly educational publications, products and services available on the planet.

Coriolis' ExamCram.com is the premier Web destination and interactive e-learning resource center for IT industry certification and training, with community features, insider tips, practice testing and assessment tools that are essential for career development in a rapidly changing global marketplace.

Coriolis' ExamCram(TM) and ExamPrep(TM) brands and its IT technical reference Black Book series (Microsoft, Linux, Oracle, A+, Cisco, Java, Novell, etc.) are the market leaders for educational materials targeting network, database and software developers, and system administrators.

Coriolis also publishes bestselling books for Web designers and computer graphics and animation specialists, covering advanced features and applications of leading creative design software programs.

Coriolis learning systems include print-based and multimedia (audio, video, Web and CD-ROM) technical training manuals, reference guides and study materials covering more than 25 different technology fields and certification programs. Coriolis products are available through consumer-direct channels, specialty stores, e-tailers and mass-market booksellers worldwide.