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Windows Essentials for UNIX Professionals
As a UNIX professional, you’ve spent years learning how to manage and develop complex business systems. Now you can take that expertise and easily apply it to Windows® systems. With these skills you can enhance your career opportunities, work with the latest technology, and help ensure that any Windows system you work on is scalable, stable, and secure.

The following resources provide the Windows essentials you need as a UNIX professional. These programs will help you translate your UNIX network administration or development skills to the Windows platform. The resources presented are updated frequently, so check back often.
Order Windows Services for UNIX 3.0—at No Charge
For a limited time, you can register to receive the full version of the product awarded Best System Integration Software at LinuxWorld 2003—at no charge (shipping and handling fees apply). This offer is available only in the United States while supplies last.

Windows Services for UNIX - Hosted Experience Test Drive the Windows Services for UNIX Hosted Experience
This test drive—available at no charge—quickly acquaints you with the features and functionality of Windows Services for UNIX through practical experience. Through the Hosted Experience, you use a virtual server with complete installations of Windows Server™ 2003, Services for UNIX 3.0, and other supporting software—including an X Server.

Windows Essentials for UNIX System Administrators Coming Soon! Windows Essentials for UNIX Administrators
This online training course targets UNIX administrators who require knowledge of Windows systems. It introduces participants to system administration with Windows, showing them how to leverage the skills they already have while learning new technologies. The course covers core administrative tasks and highlights the similarities and differences between UNIX and Windows system management.

Windows Essentials for UNIX Developers Coming Soon! Windows Essentials for UNIX Developers
This online course targets UNIX developers who require information about building applications for Windows systems. The course covers key Windows concepts while building on existing development expertise. Throughout, the similarities and differences between UNIX and Windows development are highlighted.

Additional Resources

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