Cisco to buy video security firm
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Cisco is to buy software maker BroadWare Technologies in a bid to improve its video surveillance offerings. BroadWares software allows users to collect, record, route, view and manage live and stored surveillance video quickly and efficiently over computer networks. The deal highlights the importance Cisco places on the video surveillance and security market as a high growth opportunity, said the company. Competing in the industry requires that companies be able to provide both IP (Internet Protocol) and analogue devices. The BroadWare acquisition is aimed at boosting Ciscos existing video surveillance products.
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