6/12/2002 -- Oracle announced last week that it has extended the availability of its Oracle 9i Database: Performance Tuning beta exam until July 14. It was originally scheduled to close June 15.

Candidates can take the early version of this exam for a discounted price of $62.50 U.S. -- half what the live version will cost. Those who pass will receive credit toward Oracle's 9i Certified Database Administrator title.

For more information on participating in this beta, click here. For more information in general about Oracle's beta exam policies, click here. - B.N.