Boson Releases NetSim for CCNP 6.0

Nashville, TN, June 18, 2006 – Boson Software, LLC announced at the opening of Cisco Networkers 2006 in Las Vegas, Nevada, the full release of Boson NetSim for CCNP 6.0 (single-user edition).

Boson NetSim is powerful and versatile Cisco network simulation software designed for IT professionals seeking Cisco certification. NetSim’s Virtual Packet Technology sets this software apart from other software because it actually simulates the functions of the Cisco Internetworking Operating System (IOS).

NetSim for CCNP includes 40 labs covering BSCI, BCMSN, BCRAN and CIT competency areas as well as the labs found in NetSim for CCNA. In addition to the guided labs, NetSim offers users the ability to independently design and realistically interact with a simulated network with up to 200 devices of 48 different types.

"Boson NetSim – it is one of a kind," said Dr. Jaye Hamby, Boson's Vice President of Sales and Marketing. "Simulating the Cisco IOS was a challenging undertaking. We are confident IT professionals will appreciate the result. NetSim for CCNP makes getting real world, hands-on experience affordable and accessible. Users can easily hone their skills without the need for expensive hardware and can do it from anywhere they can take a laptop."

"At the low end, it costs approximately $3,000 to acquire the baseline hardware to perform the functions required in the CCNP exams," said Chad Altman, Senior Software Engineer. "On the high side, it would cost at least a quarter of a million dollars to obtain all the hardware NetSim can simulate. Boson NetSim gets it done for less than $500."

Boson NetSim for CCNP 6.0 is available by calling 877-333-EXAM (3926) or at www.boson.com.

Boson Software, LLC is a privately-held company with offices in Tampa, Florida and Nashville, Tennessee. Boson specializes in providing robust learning solutions, including examination preparation materials used by individuals, businesses, academic institutions and government entities around the world.

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