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Cisco

San Jose

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Intro and history: Cisco Systems, Inc. is an American multinational technology conglomerate founded in 1984 by Leonard Bosack and Sandy Lerner. The company's name is derived from the city of San Francisco. Cisco specializes in developing, manufacturing, and selling networking hardware, software, telecommunications equipment, and other high-technology services and products. Industry: Information Technology and Services Product, Services and Operations: Cisco offers a wide range of products and services across various technology categories including Networking, Security, Collaboration, Cloud and Data Center, Analytics, Video, IoT, and Mobility. They also provide technical support services and advanced services. Funding Details: Cisco is a publicly traded company listed on the NASDAQ stock exchange. As of 2021, its market capitalization is approximately $170 billion. Acquisitions: Cisco has made numerous acquisitions over the years. Some of the notable ones include Webex, Meraki, and AppDynamics. Awards and Achievements: Cisco has received numerous awards and recognitions, including Fortune's World's Most Admired Companies, Forbes' America's Best Employers, and Gartner's Magic Quadrant Leader for Meeting Solutions.