Founded in 1984, Cisco Systems is one of the world s leading companies in networking for the Internet. The company designs, manufactures and sells Internet Protocol-based networking and products related to the communications and information technology industry. It provides a range of products for transporting data and videos within buildings and across campuses. The company s products include routers, switches, interfaces and modules. Cisco Systems also offers universal gateways, access servers and security products. Its WebEx software assists in maximizing productivity, reducing costs, and optimizing processes and operational effectiveness. The company offers data center, broadband cable, and technical application and network optimization support services. It also provides carrier Ethernet, application management, and video, cable and content delivery solutions. The company serves clients in the educational, financial service, government, health care, manufacturing, retail, and media and entertainment sectors. Through its wholly owned subsidiary, Cognio, the company offers spectrum analysis and management solutions for wireless networks. It also operates Actona Technologies, Cisco Fast Data, Cisco International Limited and Cisco Technology. Cisco Systems has operations in the United States, Canada, Europe, Latin America, the Middle East, Africa and Russia.