Certified Novell Engineer

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Certified Novell Engineer (CNE) is a certification which is designed to show that an individual possesses in-depth knowledge and skills related to administration and troubleshooting of the Novell NetWare operating system.

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[edit] Purpose

Specifically, the CNE training program is intended to train a system administrator on how to use management tools, perform server installations, manage the eDirectory, printing, allocate storage space, email and instant messaging services, and managing security.

[edit] Name

CNE originally stood for Certified Netware Engineer. When Unixware entered Novell's product range around 1993, it became Certified Novell Engineer.

[edit] Requirements

In contrast to a Certified Novell Administrator (CNA), a CNE must pass a series of tests to prove their readiness for the certification. A CNA must pass only a single test.

The Novell CNE training provides knowledge and skills implementing a sometimes wide variety of Novell (NetWare) products.

[edit] Recognition

Although considered a good starting point in the IT industry, despite some changes in the overall use of the software,[1] the CNE Certificate is sometimes criticized as not providing recipients with any hands on experience.[2]

[edit] Advancement

Novell also has advancements of this certification including:

  • MCNE - Master Certified Novell Engineer - additional exam topics.
  • CNI - Certified Novell Instructor - requiring higher exam point to pass, together with assessed presentation skills.

In addition, a certain amount of continuing education is required in order for certificate holders to maintain their skills and certification.[2]

[edit] References

  1. ^ "Career Opportunities for Novell Engineers Look Promising", IT World, 2000-11-03. Retrieved on 2008-02-06. 
  2. ^ a b Wilde, Candee. "Demand For IT Pros Drives Vendor Certification Growth", Information Week. Retrieved on 2008-02-06. 

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