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MeasureUp's New Online Learning Courses Help Technology Professionals Compete in Today's Job Market

    ATLANTA, Oct. 25 /PRNewswire/ -- MeasureUp, Inc., a wholly-owned
subsidiary of Dice Inc., announced that it will add online learning courses to
its product line. MeasureUp is a leading practice test and assessment provider
in the technology industry.
    MeasureUp will now offer both online courses and certification practice
tests for technology specialties such as Microsoft's Windows XP Professional
and Windows Server 2003, creating a single learning destination for IT
professionals desiring certification. Focusing on learning rather than
memorization, MeasureUp's online courses provide resources and supporting
materials that users can access for in-depth learning.
    "In today's job market, companies are increasingly requesting job
candidates with proficiency in multiple skill sets. Online learning offers a
tremendous opportunity for technology professionals to improve their career
prospects in a flexible environment," stated Kevin Brice, General Manager and
President of MeasureUp. "Professionals can purchase an online course and
practice test in one easy experience, trusting that they are purchasing
learning materials with the MeasureUp stamp of approval."
    In phased releases, MeasureUp will offer the online courses via multiple
packaging options, including the option to purchase an online course with a
practice test. MeasureUp will also offer the online courses to their
Authorized Reseller Channel as a supplemental learning tool for their
customers.
    MeasureUp delivers practice tests and assessments on a state-of-the-art,
proprietary testing engine that enables users to purchase tests for online,
download, or CD-ROM delivery. MeasureUp's products include simulation
questions and multiple testing options, including study and certification
mode. MeasureUp offers a Test Pass Guarantee policy on technology practice
tests.

    About MeasureUp
    MeasureUp is an assessment and certification practice test company,
providing the necessary tools to reinforce learning and validate knowledge.
MeasureUp assessment and practice test customers include a broad range of
companies and higher-education learning institutes, such as Microsoft, New
Horizons, Pearson/VUE, Lockheed Martin, and Herzing College. MeasureUp
specializes in creating assessments that can be used for training, placement,
and proving knowledge retention. MeasureUp practice tests are recognized for
their innovative use of simulation question types, comprehensive explanations,
complete coverage of exam objectives, multiple delivery modes, and in-depth
reporting. http://www.measureup.com.

    About Dice Inc.
    Dice Inc. is the leading provider of online recruiting services for
technology, engineering and security-cleared professionals. Dice Inc. provides
services to hire, train and retain these professionals through its two
operating companies, Dice.com, the leading online technology-focused job board
as ranked by Media Metrix, and MeasureUp, a leading provider of assessment and
preparation products for technology professional certifications. With a
14-year track record in meeting the ever-changing needs of the technology
sector, our specialty industry focus and exposure to the most skilled
tech-centric audience online foster a talent marketplace where employers reach
hard-to-find, experienced and qualified technology, engineering and
security-cleared professionals. For additional information please visit
http://about.dice.com.


SOURCE MeasureUp, Inc.




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    Kimberly Warren, Vice-President, Sales and
    Marketing of MeasureUp, Inc., +1-678-356-5000