Novell 050-698 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | Novell / SUSE |
| Exam Name: | SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10 Networking Services |
| Exam Number: | 050-698 |
| Exam Duration: | 120 minutes |
| Exam Format: | Hands-on performance-based practicum, Scenario-based live server tasks |
| Passing Score: | Pass/Fail (No numerical score) |
| Exam Price: | Retired, historical approx: $150–$250 USD |
| Related Certifications: | Novell Certified Linux Professional 10 (CLP 10) SUSE Certified Administrator |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Real Exam Qty: | N/A (Hands-on practicum) |
| Certificate Validity Period: | Retired certification, no active validity |
| Recommended Training: | Course 3075: SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10 Security Course 3074: SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10 Networking Services |
| Exam Registration: | Novell Training & Certification (archived) Pearson VUE (historical) |
| Exam Way: | Proctored onsite at Pearson VUE test centers; remote live server environment |
| Pre Condition: | Recommended: Complete Course 3074 (SLES 10 Networking Services) and Course 3075 (SLES 10 Security) or equivalent experience; CLP 10 certification recommended |
| Official Syllabus URL: | http://www.novell.com/training/certinfo/cle10 (archived, no longer active) |
Novell 050-698 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Network Security & Monitoring | 25% | - VPN configuration and secure communications - Cryptography and secure services - Firewall design and packet filtering - Network traffic monitoring and troubleshooting - Application Armor and host security |
| File & Print Services | 20% | - iPrint installation and administration - NetStorage access and setup - Samba server configuration and integration |
| Directory & Authentication Services | 25% | - OpenLDAP installation and configuration - eDirectory integration and management - Linux User Management (LUM) |
| Network Configuration & Services | 30% | - OpenSLP implementation and administration - DHCP server setup and management - DNS server configuration using BIND - Network interface management and configuration |

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