In the IT network industry, Cisco is a household name. At my desk where I write this column is a new Cisco IP telephone, ready to be deployed. Soon my calls will be transmitted through Voice over Internet Protocol technology.
Cisco is self-described as “the worldwide leader in networking for the Internet.†Further, “Cisco hardware, software, and service offerings are used to create Internet solutions that allow individuals, companies, and countries to increase productivity, improve customer satisfaction and strengthen competitive advantage.†(www.cisco.com)