SANS Institute Launches iPad OnDemand Training

WASHINGTON, Nov. 23, 2010 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The SANS Institute has officially integrated Apple iPad into its OnDemand training service, an online based courseware offering.  A new product rollout today, enables SANS OnDemand customers the flexibility to access the course training they need via these popular handheld devices. There is no need to download  an app, to run your courseware. The iPad is just another way SANS customers can engage with their training whenever it's most convenient to them.

"The iPad is truly an amazing learning tool that is revolutionizing the training industry. Enabling SANS OnDemand courses for the iPad continues SANS' commitment to delivering the most trusted online security training anytime, anywhere," says Alan Paller, director of research at the SANS Institute.

Andrew Williams, a director at SANS, adds: "All SANS OnDemand courses have been redesigned to take advantage of the iPad's unique features and functionality. Customers can use the iPad's multi-touch screen to effortlessly search the entire breadth and depth of a SANS OnDemand course to access and use the exact content they need."

In addition product launch, SANS would like to give away a free iPad to new customers who sign up for an OnDemand course through the month of November.

Whether you're new to information security or have years of experience, SANS training delivers relevant and pragmatic training solutions. Additionally, OnDemand provides comprehensive Web-based information security training, certification and research. The distance-learning program offers world-renowned computer, software, network security training, and certification through SANS' GIAC affiliate.

Apple iPad's retail price starts at $499, but sign up for an OnDemand course through this month for your free device. For more information please contact Andrew Williams ([email protected]) or visit www.sans.org/ondemand/.

SOURCE SANS Institute