TestOut Launches Browser-Based LabSim A+, Windows 7 Certification Training Courses

Delivers Hands-on Online Labs and Other Active Learning Activities with Same Rich Functionality, But Without the Need to Install or Maintain Local Software

PLEASANT GROVE, Utah--(BUSINESS WIRE)--TestOut Corporation, the leader in online labs for IT certification training, today launched browser-based versions of three of its most popular courses: LabSim A+ Essentials, LabSim A+ Practical Application and LabSim Configuring Windows 7. Instructors and students can now interact with the same hands-on labs and other active learning activities through any existing Windows PC or Mac with a web browser and an Internet connection, without the need to install additional software.

“We implemented browser-based access to LabSim because we are committed to improving online course delivery while we maintain the quality and fidelity of our interactive labs and training materials.”

In addition, because the browser-based courses are stored on a central LabSim server, TestOut can update the courses as soon as new features and changes to certification requirements become available.

“Enabling students and instructors to access LabSim from a web browser dramatically improves their access to the most up-to-date online labs, videos and practice exams, while saving academic institutions significant hard drive space and the need to install and re-install new software as updated content become available,” said Noel Vallejo, CEO of TestOut Corporation. “We implemented browser-based access to LabSim because we are committed to improving online course delivery while we maintain the quality and fidelity of our interactive labs and training materials.”

Once an instructor, student or campus administrator logs in to LabSim in a browser and is authenticated with a user name and password, they are able to view and manage their own LabSim account information, LabSim course library content, built-in instructor and student reporting tools, assessment units and evaluation tools. Course progress is tracked online for quick feedback.

The LabSim online labs simulate a physical lab that lets students experiment with realistic, real-world scenarios from their own computer, freely working within a wide variety of virtual environments. In addition to the online labs, the courses include instructor-led videos and practice exams that track back to topics on which students need additional work. In addition, instructors are able to track, evaluate and score every lab exercise and scenario in real time.

Computing Requirements for Browser-Based LabSim

Users stream LabSim A+ Essentials, A+ Practical Application, or Windows 7 content through Microsoft Silverlight, a free browser plugin, and no special proxy configuration or video codecs are required, saving time and resources.

System requirements include:

• Windows 7, Vista or XP
• Macintosh OS X or higher with Intel processor

Supported Browsers:

• Internet Explorer 7 or 8
• Mozilla Firefox 3
• Google Chrome
• Apple Safari 4

For more information on browser-based access for LabSim courses, visit www.TestOut.com or call 1-800-877-4889.

About TestOut & LabSim

TestOut, the leader in online labs for IT certification training, provides individuals and academic institutions worldwide with practical, hands-on IT experience through its LabSim online labs. Since its founding in 1991, TestOut has helped hundreds of thousands achieve professional IT certifications issued by CompTIA, Cisco, Microsoft, Novell and others. Academic institutions using LabSim include DeVry University, ITT Tech and University of Phoenix. Penton Media’s Windows IT Pro® magazine named TestOut’s LabSim courses a Gold Medal Winner of the 2009 “Editors’ Best Awards” and a Silver Medal Winner of the “2009 Community Choice Awards” in the Best Training & Certification Product or Service category. For more information, visit www.TestOut.com, www.LabSimOnline.com, or call 1-800-877-4889.