Certified for Windows Program—Participation Benefits

Published: October 9, 2002 | Updated: September 25, 2003

Microsoft works with Independent Software Vendors (ISVs) to ensure that their applications work well on Windows Server operating systems. ISVs can choose the Supported level of validation, or opt for a higher level through the Certified for Windows program. Certified applications—which are tested by an independent third party—give customers a high level of assurance that the applications they purchase provide high availability, reliability, security, and supportability on Windows Server operating systems.

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Benefits

The table below outlines the major benefits available when you participate in the Certified for Windows program for applications running on Windows NET Server 2003.

Benefits From Participating in the Certified for Windows Program For Windows Server 2003

Type of Participation

Benefits

Supported

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Listing in the Windows Server Catalog.
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Discounts on Microsoft collateral.

64-Bit Support

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Listing in Windows Server Catalog
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Your company's profile featured on Microsoft's 64-Bit ISV Web page.
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Receive Microsoft resources and support for partner user events.

Certified for Windows Participation Benefits

Product Edition

Benefits

Standard Edition

Includes benefits from the Supported category plus:

•	Use of Certified for Windows logo.
•	Eligibility to become a Gold Certified Partner.

Enterprise Edition

Includes Standard Edition benefits plus:

•	Funds and templates are available to develop a Microsoft/ISV joint capabilities datasheet. (Where applicable.)

Datacenter Edition

Includes Enterprise Edition benefits plus:

•	Your company's profile featured on Microsoft's Datacenter ISV Web page.
•	Microsoft resources and support for partner user events. (Support is dependent on availability and scheduling.)
•	Support for the development of case studies highlighting how your applications provide solutions using Microsoft's enterprise and datacenter products. (Contact cfw@veritest.com for selection criteria.)
•	Eligibility to participate in customer reference programs. (You must meet the selection criteria.)
•	Public relations support through executive quotes for major announcements. (Contact VeriTest for more information.)
•	Inclusion in Microsoft's marketing materials and partner events. (Where available)
•	Eligibility to join the Datacenter Support Community. (You must have a TSANet—Technical Support Alliance Network—membership.)
•	Have your product mentioned in keynote speeches by Microsoft executives. (Where available)

To learn about the benefits that come when you participate in the Certified for Windows program for Windows 2000 Server, see Windows 2000 certification benefits.

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For More Information

For more information, or to have your questions answered, e-mail cfw@veritest.com or contact Kara McGhee-Gibson (425)468-1108 at VeriTest. For TSANet and Datacenter Support Community questions, contact Dennis Smeltzer at TSANet.

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