ITPG AND PATCHLINK PARTNER TO DELIVER
PATCH MANAGEMENT EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Global Patch Management Software Provider Taps ITPG to
Develop and Deliver Certification Courses

VIENNA, Virginia, USA, Aug. 19, 2005 – ITPG, Inc., a global leader in the development and delivery of professional education and training programs, today announced a partnership with PatchLink, Inc. (www.patchlink.com), located in Scottsdale, AZ, to develop and deliver education and training associated with the patch management company’s software certifications for system administrators, operators, and engineers deploying the PatchLink software.

Under the agreement, ITPG will develop and deliver three courses for the global patch management software provider, including courses for systems administrators, operators, and engineers. These courses will be based upon the latest version of the PatchLink software suite. The courses will encompass a 5-day training period.

“We couldn’t be happier to have the international patch management software provider as a strategic partner,” said Keyvan Ejtemai, chief executive officer of ITPG. “PatchLink is well known as an industry leader. We are very excited about the opportunity to develop and deliver their education and training programs.”

Information regarding the PatchLink education and training courses can be found at www.patchlink.com.

About ITPG

The IT Professional Group (ITPG) is an internationally recognized leader in the development and delivery of professional education and training programs. Founded in 1998, ITPG has educated more than 15,000 high-technology professionals while conducting 1,000 classes in 40 countries; and has delivered 50,000 candidates for professional certification examinations. Based in Vienna, Virginia, USA, ITPG has offices in London, Hong Kong, and Tokyo. More information is available at www.ITPG.org.

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