The Computer Doctor Approved as Certified Partner In Microsoft Partner Program

Prince William, VA, August 21, 2006 --(PR.com)-- The Computer Doctor, LLC, today announced it has been approved for certified status in Microsoft’s Partner Program, which recognizes The Computer Doctor’s expertise and impact in the technology marketplace. As a Certified Partner, The Computer Doctor has demonstrated expertise with Microsoft technologies and proven ability to meet customer needs. Microsoft Certified Partners receive a rich set of benefits, including access, training and support that give them a competitive advantage in the marketplace. 

The Computer Doctor, a leader in PC and Network support in Northern Virginia, provides outsourced IT Services and network design and maintenance for small businesses. 

“Only companies that have demonstrated high levels of customer service, proved their experience and attained advanced certification receive the designation of Microsoft Certified Partner,” said Allison Watson, vice president of the Worldwide Partner Sales and Marketing Group at Microsoft Corp. “Today, Microsoft recognizes The Computer Doctor for its skills and expertise in providing customer satisfaction with Microsoft products and technology.” 

This is the second year in a row The Computer Doctor has been elected a Microsoft Certified Partner. In addition to earning Certified status, The Computer Doctor has declared a Microsoft Competency in Networking Infrastructure Solutions. Microsoft Competencies are designed to help differentiate a partner’s capabilities with specific Microsoft technologies to customers looking for a particular type of solution. Each competency has a unique set of requirements and benefits, formulated to accurately represent the specific skills and services that partners bring to the technology industry.
Microsoft Certified Partners enrolled in the Networking Infrastructure Solutions Competency have proved their competency in implementing technology solutions based on either the Microsoft Windows Server™ 2003 or Windows® 2000 Server operating system, with a particular focus on Microsoft Small Business Server 2000 and Windows Small Business Server 2003. These implementations may include solutions that connect Windows-based servers, PC locations and the Internet; installation of a server farm; or a small-business Windows Server stand-alone solution that includes file and print capabilities. 

“We are extremely pleased to maintain our certified status in the Microsoft Partner Program. The certified status allows us to clearly promote our expertise and relationship with Microsoft to our customers,” said Bryanna Kramer Altman, founder and CEO of The Computer Doctor. “The benefits provided through our certified membership will allow us to continue to enhance the offerings that we provide for customers.”

The Microsoft Partner Program was launched in December 2003 and represents Microsoft’s ongoing commitment to the success of partners worldwide. The Microsoft Partner Program offers a single, integrated partnering framework that recognizes partner expertise, rewards the total impact partners have in the technology marketplace, and delivers more value to help partners’ businesses be successful. 

About The Computer Doctor

The Computer Doctor, LLC, an information technology services company, offers PC and Network infrastructure support to small businesses. Serving Prince William County since 1999, the locally owned and operated firm designs, installs and supports computer networks, offers consulting services for enterprise software solutions and troubleshoots and repairs PCs and networks.  The firm has also played a lead role in bringing wireless broadband to the Northern Virginia area in 2006.

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