The Linux Foundation and Innovative Exams Partner to Certify Linux Professionals Worldwide

CHICAGO - Aug. 20, 2014 - PRLog -- The Linux Foundation and Innovative Exams have partnered to deliver testing for their newly launched suite of online, distribution-flexible, and performance-based Linux certifications. The 2014 Linux Jobs Report found that "The explosive demand for Linux talent is intensifying." The Linux Foundation’s certification exams will help increase the candidate talent pool. Candidates around the globe will conveniently be able to test on demand and on their personal computer. The testing platform leverages the latest in open source next-generation communication technologies that run natively within an Internet browser and does not require the installation of intrusive software. Exams will be launched via a secure virtual portal with a multitude of built-in security measures directly within the testing candidate’s browser. The system can run on all desktop operating systems, including Linux, Windows, Mac OS and Chrome OS. “Innovative Exams’ fully virtual online testing platform is revolutionary, and allows us to reach an unprecedented global audience conveniently on the candidates' terms.” (Mike Woster, Chief Operating Officer, The Linux Foundation)

About The Linux Foundation

The Linux Foundation is a nonprofit consortium dedicated to fostering the growth of Linux and collaborative software development. Founded in 2000, the organization sponsors the work of Linux creator Linus Torvalds and promotes, protects and advances the Linux operating system and collaborative software development by marshaling the resources of its members and the open source community. The Linux Foundation provides a neutral forum for collaboration and education by hosting Collaborative Projects, Linux conferences including LinuxCon, and generating original research and content that advances the understanding of Linux and collaborative software development.

More information can be found at www.linuxfoundation.org.

About Innovative Exams

Innovative Exams was founded in 2009 to provide cost efficient technology-driven exam delivery and remote proctoring solutions for leading certification and professional licensure organizations. Various exam delivery platforms are offered; each with a unique set of advantages to meet partners’ strategic delivery needs. Proprietary technologies, flexible quick to market development and implementation, and excellent customer service are the three pillars of our success. Innovative Exams is headquartered in Chicago, IL USA, and operations (24/7, 365 days/year) offer unprecedented global coverage, convenience, and accessibility to both partners and testing candidates. More information can be found at www.innovativeexams.com.