TechNet Magazine Recognized by Society of Technical Communication

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SAN FRANCISCO
Jan 24, 2006

TechNet Magazine, the Microsoft Journal for IT Professionals, was honored with an award of merit for an article appearing in its premiere issue by the Society of Technical Communication.

"We are very excited that the Society of Technical Communications has recognized TechNet Magazine with this award," said Kerry K. Gates, Publisher of TechNet Magazine. "This is a new publication, and we are thrilled with the support and positive feedback we are getting from readers and from around the industry."

"Anatomy of a Hack: How a Criminal Might Infiltrate Your Network" was recognized in the Scholarly/Professional Article category.

Contributors to the article include author Jesper Johansson as well as the TechNet Magazine art and production team and the TechNet Magazine editorial team.

Joshua Hoffman, the Technical and Acquisitions Editor of TechNet Magazine, said, "We are deeply honored to have TechNet Magazine recognized by the Society of Technical Communication. I would especially like to thank author Jesper Johansson and the entire TechNet Magazine art, production and editorial teams for their hard work and dedication. Articles such as these help us to keep our commitment to provide IT pros with the information they need in their everyday work."

The Society for Technical Communication (STC) is an individual membership organization dedicated to advancing the arts and sciences of technical communication. It is the largest organization of its type in the world.

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   Karen Tom
   CMP Media LLC
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   ktom@cmp.com

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