Acknowledgments

Unless you've lived with a writer, it's hard to understand the divine patience that it takes to accept a writer's crazy hours, strange insights, and constant pitter-patter on the keyboard. My wife Mary deserves all the credit in the world for supporting my work and for bringing a great deal of happiness into my life. She is my anchor! Of course, thanks also to my two lovely princesses: Leia and Sophie. Somehow they know just when I need to be interrupted daughter's intuition. Most of all, they have all brought much needed perspective into my otherwise one-dimensional life. For that, I owe my family everything.

Next, I would like to thank the other great architect of this book my partner Cathryn Ettelson. She has been instrumental in all aspects of this project research, testing hands-on exercises in the Mad Scientist's laboratory, building puzzles, and the list goes on. In addition, she has helped me understand that "less is more!" I owe a great deal to this brilliant woman, and I truly couldn't have written this book without her.

Behind every great book is an incredible production team. It all starts with Jenny Watson! Her flawless organization, quick wit, and patience were instrumental in bringing this book to life. She is our eyes and ears to the world of Novell. In addition, Emmett Dulaney did a fabulous job of pulling all of the many pieces of this puzzle together and weaving it into a coherent tapestry. And, speaking of great tapestry thanks a ton to Robb Tracy for his thorough technical edit of this book. Robb worked very hard to make sure that you receive the latest and greatest infobits from Novell. And, speaking of infobits, thanks to Charlotte Clapp for a superb job of making sure that they all fit together correctly. Also, thanks to Charlotte for supplying me with what I needed, when I needed it! And thanks a million to Novell Education's "Triumphant Trio" Debbie Maucieri, Jim Greene, and Aaron Osmond. Together, they have pioneered new ground for IT certification and guided me to the nirvana of Novell Education. And, last but certainly not least, thanks to Art Medici for giving me the pulpit to evangelize the word of Novell. Bless you!

Finally, thanks a million to the Que Publishing production department, sales staff, marketing wizards, and bookstore buyers for putting this CNE Study Guide into your hands. After all, without them I'd be selling books out of the trunk of my car!

I saved the best for last. Thanks to you for caring enough about NetWare 6, your education, and the world to buy this book. You deserve a great deal of credit for your enthusiasm and dedication. Thanks again, and I hope this education changes your life. Good luck, and enjoy the show!