(image found on nydailynews)Microsoft this past weekend unveilded a new program to help millions world wide for free. In a program called Elevate America, Microsoft is aiming to give 2 milion people over the next two years technology training at regional telecenters and online too.
The online resource is focused on helping users figure out what types of technical skills are required for IT jobs, and provides resources to help acquire these skills. The Web site offers access to several Microsoft online training programs, from very basic (e.g., "How to use the Internet") to much more advanced (e.g., "Implementing and Supporting Microsoft Windows XP Professional"). "Millions of Americans don't have the technology skills needed in today's economy. Through Elevate America, we want to help workers get the skills they need to succeed," Pamela Passman, corporate vice president of Microsoft Global Corporate Affairs, said. "We are also providing a full range of workforce development resources for state and local governments so they can offer specialized training for their workers."
This is a great program to help bring in and educate a new workforce previously untapped. Computers and technology help us in so many ways and by educating the millions lacking we will prosper in so many new exciting ways that we never thought possible.
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