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To: jas singh MD who wrote (1820)	7/22/1998 7:56:00 PM
From: CatLady	Read Replies (2) \| Respond to of 2616

Do you mean this? -------------------- CyberGuard Corporation Joins Microsoft Certified Solution Provider Program CyberGuard Strengthens Relationship with Microsoft and Gains Access to Latest Technology, Training and Benefits for Windows NT FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 22, 1998-- CyberGuard Corporation (NASDAQ:CYBG - news), a leading provider of enterprise security and electronic commerce solutions, today announced that it has been selected by Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT - news) as a Microsoft Certified Solution Provider (MCSP). ''We're pleased to strengthen our relationship with Microsoft by becoming a Microsoft Certified Solution Provider,'' noted Bob Carberry, chairman and chief executive officer of CyberGuard Corporation. ''This is further validation that CyberGuard is committed to providing the strongest security solutions available for the Windows NT environment.'' The Microsoft Certified Solution Provider Program is regarded as one of the industry's premier channel programs. MCSP members are independent companies, each driven to meet the requirements of their customers who implement Microsoft-based solutions. As a MCSP member, CyberGuard will enjoy a high level of engagement with Microsoft through a variety of MCSP-exclusive training and benefits. CyberGuard will work with Microsoft to provide increased access to the CyberGuard Firewall software for training, implementation and management of secure Windows NT-based enterprise networks. CyberGuard personnel will receive Microsoft's expert technical training, online support and immediate technical updates to support the maintenance and future development of the CyberGuard Firewall for Windows NT. In addition, CyberGuard will enjoy the MCSP marketing benefits including the promotional advantage of the use of the MCSP logo and participation in other comarketing activities with Microsoft. ''Many of our systems engineers have completed intensive training and testing in Microsoft software to become designated as Microsoft Certified Professionals,'' stated Marty Ryan, vice president of marketing at CyberGuard Corporation. ''This team will provide expertise in both enterprise security and Microsoft architecture and design.'' The CyberGuard Firewall for Windows NT is a fully-scalable firewall with SecureGuard(tm) which provides additional security around the Windows NT operating system. The product includes full a range of Internet SmartProxies(tm) which provide full Internet support to the firewall's intranet and extranet capabilities. It includes intuitive, centralized management capabilities and provides protection from non-compliant Y2K sites through its MillleniumGuard(tm) option. About CyberGuard CyberGuard Corporation (NASDAQ:CYBG - news) is a leading provider of enterprise security and electronic commerce solutions to Fortune 1000 companies and governments worldwide. CyberGuard's award winning, industrial-strength firewall and certificate authority products and services protect the integrity of data and applications from unauthorized access. CyberGuard's newly acquired professional services subsidiary, Arca Systems, provides unparalleled security consulting expertise and conducts independent trusted product evaluations on behalf of the US Government's National Security Agency. The company has world headquarters in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida and branch offices worldwide. More information on CyberGuard Corporation can be found at cyberguard.com and tradewave.com and arca.com Microsoft and Windows NT are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corp. in the United States and/or other countries. CyberGuard Firewall is a trademark of CyberGuard Corporation. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners.

To: jas singh MD who wrote (1820)	7/22/1998 8:09:00 PM
From: CatLady	Respond to of 2616

Q. What does it take to be a Microsoft Certified Solution Provider? A. From Micosoft's web site: microsoft.com Member Level Requirements To participate in the MCSP program, Members must meet the requirements listed below at the time of enrollment or renewal; Microsoft provides no grace period to comply with these requirements. Note: There are additional requirements based on local business needs in each region worldwide. Nomination into the MCSP Partner level is at the sole discretion of Microsoft. An MCSP Member must: Have at least (2) two exclusive Microsoft Certified Professionals who can be a: Microsoft Certified Product Specialist Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT) Microsoft Solution Developer (MCSD) Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) Note: To meet this requirement at least two individuals who are Microsoft Certified Professionals must be on staff exclusively at a single MCSP site. Derive at least 15 percent of its revenues from technical service provided to third parties or; derive at least 50 percent of its revenue from the sale and support of packaged line-of-business applications developed for Microsoft BackOffice. Agree to the MCSP Agreement terms and conditions Submit periodic sales/service reporting upon Microsoft's request Meet certain administrative requirements: Electronic mail, Internet connection, and fax. Every MCSP needs to be in a position to communicate via electronic mail and fax with Microsoft and to connect to the Internet, if available in its country. This will ensure timely and efficient dissemination of information and facilitate general communication. Reporting Certified Professionals. Each MCSP site must maintain a minimum of (2) two exclusive Microsoft Certified Professionals. As part of MCSP enrollment, MCSPs are asked to identify all Microsoft Certified Professionals within the MCSP organization. We understand the confidential nature of this information and will keep all MCP reporting in strict confidence. Update address and site profile information. Members must update their site profiles to include change of address information and other important information. By updating your business profile information regularly you ensure that appropriate leads and referrals are provided to your organization. Pay the MCSP Membership Fee (The fee for the MCSP '98 program is US$1395)