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Nextdoor operates a social networking platform connecting neighbors globally, fostering local conversations and community support. It offers services like Help Map to assist vulnerable residents during crises. The company is headquartered in San Francisco with operations across multiple countries.

Nextdoor operates a social networking platform connecting neighbors globally, fostering local conversations and community support. It offers services like Help Map to assist vulnerable residents during crises. The company is headquartered in San Francisco with operations across multiple countries.

Buoyant Inc., established in 2015 and based in San Francisco, specializes in developing open-source software to enhance the performance, reliability, and security of cloud-native applications. The company's flagship product is Linkerd, an open-source network proxy designed for service mesh deployment, facilitating efficient management, control, and monitoring of service-to-service communication within applications. Buoyant's team comprises senior ex-Twitter infrastructure engineers aiming to provide advanced capabilities to various companies, as they previously helped conquer Twitter's "Fail Whale" issue. The company is well-funded and backed by prominent investors.

Buoyant Inc., established in 2015 and based in San Francisco, specializes in developing open-source software to enhance the performance, reliability, and security of cloud-native applications. The company's flagship product is Linkerd, an open-source network proxy designed for service mesh deployment, facilitating efficient management, control, and monitoring of service-to-service communication within applications. Buoyant's team comprises senior ex-Twitter infrastructure engineers aiming to provide advanced capabilities to various companies, as they previously helped conquer Twitter's "Fail Whale" issue. The company is well-funded and backed by prominent investors.

Founded in 2008, ResearchGate operates an online professional networking platform for scientists worldwide. It facilitates the sharing of research findings, collaboration among peers, job searches within academia, and access to statistical data on citations.

Compass-EOS radically changes network routing by shifting it into the age of silicon photonics. The Compass-EOS icPhotonics technology is the world’s first commercial silicon for inter-chip optical interconnect, unleashing the next revolution in routing architectures. Its family of carrier-grade routers is a new breed of scale-out routers, enabling SDN-based, simplified architectures in service provider networks. Since 2006 Compass has attracted top-tier investors ranging from leading venture capital funds to service providers and core routing suppliers.

Nextdoor operates a social networking platform connecting neighbors globally, fostering local conversations and community support. It offers services like Help Map to assist vulnerable residents during crises. The company is headquartered in San Francisco with operations across multiple countries.

Wilocity Ltd. is a technology company founded in 2007 and based in Caesarea, Israel, specializing in the development of 60 GHz wireless chipsets for the notebook and peripheral markets. The company creates gigabit wireless semiconductor solutions that enable high-speed downloads, docking, networking, and high-definition video transmission faster than conventional Wi-Fi. By leveraging its innovative wireless technology, Wilocity provides mobile computing platforms that allow users to wirelessly connect to any PCI Express-supported peripheral or I/O component, effectively delivering a desktop-like experience on mobile devices.

Nextdoor operates a social networking platform connecting neighbors globally, fostering local conversations and community support. It offers services like Help Map to assist vulnerable residents during crises. The company is headquartered in San Francisco with operations across multiple countries.

Nextdoor operates a social networking platform connecting neighbors globally, fostering local conversations and community support. It offers services like Help Map to assist vulnerable residents during crises. The company is headquartered in San Francisco with operations across multiple countries.

Founded in 2008, ResearchGate operates an online professional networking platform for scientists worldwide. It facilitates the sharing of research findings, collaboration among peers, job searches within academia, and access to statistical data on citations.

Founded in 2008, ResearchGate operates an online professional networking platform for scientists worldwide. It facilitates the sharing of research findings, collaboration among peers, job searches within academia, and access to statistical data on citations.

Compass-EOS radically changes network routing by shifting it into the age of silicon photonics. The Compass-EOS icPhotonics technology is the world’s first commercial silicon for inter-chip optical interconnect, unleashing the next revolution in routing architectures. Its family of carrier-grade routers is a new breed of scale-out routers, enabling SDN-based, simplified architectures in service provider networks. Since 2006 Compass has attracted top-tier investors ranging from leading venture capital funds to service providers and core routing suppliers.

Wilocity Ltd. is a technology company founded in 2007 and based in Caesarea, Israel, specializing in the development of 60 GHz wireless chipsets for the notebook and peripheral markets. The company creates gigabit wireless semiconductor solutions that enable high-speed downloads, docking, networking, and high-definition video transmission faster than conventional Wi-Fi. By leveraging its innovative wireless technology, Wilocity provides mobile computing platforms that allow users to wirelessly connect to any PCI Express-supported peripheral or I/O component, effectively delivering a desktop-like experience on mobile devices.

Silver Peak Systems, Inc. specializes in broadband and hybrid WAN solutions that enable enterprises and service providers to effectively connect users to applications. The company offers Unity EdgeConnect, a software-defined WAN solution that allows customers to transition to a broadband WAN at their own pace, incorporating both MPLS and broadband Internet connectivity. Their product range includes WAN optimization solutions for branch offices, data centers, and cloud environments, featuring virtual and physical appliances designed to enhance application performance over distance. Additionally, Silver Peak provides replication acceleration solutions to optimize offsite data replication and offers support services to its clients. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, Silver Peak became a subsidiary of Aruba Networks in September 2020 following its acquisition.

Silver Peak Systems, Inc. specializes in broadband and hybrid WAN solutions that enable enterprises and service providers to effectively connect users to applications. The company offers Unity EdgeConnect, a software-defined WAN solution that allows customers to transition to a broadband WAN at their own pace, incorporating both MPLS and broadband Internet connectivity. Their product range includes WAN optimization solutions for branch offices, data centers, and cloud environments, featuring virtual and physical appliances designed to enhance application performance over distance. Additionally, Silver Peak provides replication acceleration solutions to optimize offsite data replication and offers support services to its clients. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, Silver Peak became a subsidiary of Aruba Networks in September 2020 following its acquisition.

Resolute Networks is a prominent provider of standards-compliant core technology and subsystem solutions, specializing in Circuit Emulation Services (CES) and Synchronization over Packet applications. The company's offerings facilitate high-performance converged voice and data telecommunications over Ethernet, IP, or MPLS infrastructures. Resolute Networks' CES subsystems have garnered recognition from leading network equipment manufacturers worldwide, establishing the company as a key player in the telecommunications sector. Formed through the merger of Redux Communications and Lycium Networks, Resolute Networks is committed to supporting the partners and customers of both predecessor companies, solidifying its position in the market.

RMI Corporation (formerly Raza Microelectronics) is a fabless semiconductor company providing High-Performance Super System-on-a-Chip (SuperSoCâ„¢) Processor solutions for the Infrastructure, Enterprise, and Consumer Media markets. Applications include Wireless, Networking Security, Thin Clients, and Connected Multi-Media. RMI offers a broad platform of advanced MIPS-compatible processing solutions with both 32/64-bit architectures supporting frequencies from 300MHz to 1.2 GHz. RMI is headquartered in Cupertino, CA with branch and subsidiary operations in Texas, United Kingdom, France, India, Korea, Japan, Taiwan and China.

Silver Peak Systems, Inc. specializes in broadband and hybrid WAN solutions that enable enterprises and service providers to effectively connect users to applications. The company offers Unity EdgeConnect, a software-defined WAN solution that allows customers to transition to a broadband WAN at their own pace, incorporating both MPLS and broadband Internet connectivity. Their product range includes WAN optimization solutions for branch offices, data centers, and cloud environments, featuring virtual and physical appliances designed to enhance application performance over distance. Additionally, Silver Peak provides replication acceleration solutions to optimize offsite data replication and offers support services to its clients. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, Silver Peak became a subsidiary of Aruba Networks in September 2020 following its acquisition.

Silver Peak Systems, Inc. specializes in broadband and hybrid WAN solutions that enable enterprises and service providers to effectively connect users to applications. The company offers Unity EdgeConnect, a software-defined WAN solution that allows customers to transition to a broadband WAN at their own pace, incorporating both MPLS and broadband Internet connectivity. Their product range includes WAN optimization solutions for branch offices, data centers, and cloud environments, featuring virtual and physical appliances designed to enhance application performance over distance. Additionally, Silver Peak provides replication acceleration solutions to optimize offsite data replication and offers support services to its clients. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, Silver Peak became a subsidiary of Aruba Networks in September 2020 following its acquisition.

PureWave Networks specializes in the development of high-performance, low-cost outdoor base stations for 4G networks, utilizing advanced technologies like WiMAX and LTE. The company's flagship product, the PureWave Quantum base station, incorporates PureMax Smart Antenna beamforming technology, designed for outdoor installations that enhance range and capacity while effectively reducing interference. Featuring a software-defined radio architecture, the Quantum base stations allow for over-the-air software upgrades, ensuring adaptability to evolving standards and protecting operators' investments. Additionally, PureWave offers the PureView network management system, which facilitates the monitoring and control of Quantum base stations and streamlines network operations through automatic discovery of network topology and inventory management. With a focus on providing flexible, standards-based solutions, PureWave Networks empowers service providers globally to meet their specific needs, whether through comprehensive end-to-end solutions or tailored components.

Entrisphere, Inc. is a provider of access network equipment designed for broadband service providers. Founded in 2000 and based in Santa Clara, California, the company develops products like the BLM 1500, a multi-service access platform that supports various communication interfaces such as voice over packet, IPTV, DSL, and both B-PON and GPON technologies. Entrisphere also offers a range of optical network terminals (ONTs) and optical network units (ONUs) suitable for different deployment scenarios, including single-family homes and multi-tenant buildings, along with OSP cabinets that facilitate voice, data, and video services over both copper and fiber connections. In addition to hardware solutions, Entrisphere provides essential support services such as network planning, installation, and maintenance, ensuring efficient operation for telecommunications carriers. As of February 2007, Entrisphere, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of LM Ericsson Telephone Co.

Resolute Networks is a prominent provider of standards-compliant core technology and subsystem solutions, specializing in Circuit Emulation Services (CES) and Synchronization over Packet applications. The company's offerings facilitate high-performance converged voice and data telecommunications over Ethernet, IP, or MPLS infrastructures. Resolute Networks' CES subsystems have garnered recognition from leading network equipment manufacturers worldwide, establishing the company as a key player in the telecommunications sector. Formed through the merger of Redux Communications and Lycium Networks, Resolute Networks is committed to supporting the partners and customers of both predecessor companies, solidifying its position in the market.

Infinera Corporation is a global provider of optical transport networking equipment, software, and services, headquartered in Sunnyvale, California. The company specializes in photonic integration technology, offering a diverse portfolio that includes modular platforms, coherent optical transport systems, and packet-optical transport solutions. Its products, such as the Infinera Groove series and 7300 series, cater to various transport network applications, enabling high-capacity data transmission and management. Infinera's digital transport node system incorporates advanced technology for digital processing of network traffic. The company also provides a range of support services, including technical support, installation, and professional services. Infinera's customer base consists of telecommunications service providers, internet content providers, cable operators, research institutions, large enterprises, and government entities, all of whom rely on its solutions for efficient optical networking. Founded in 2000, Infinera continues to innovate in the field of optical networking, enhancing the capabilities of global communications infrastructure.

Siliquent Technologies, Inc. is a fabless semiconductor company dedicated to expanding Ethernet's applications across the entire enterprise - for storage, high-performance computing, and all networking applications. The company's new 10GbE processors are designed to enable a new generation of intelligent NICs that make it possible to run storage, networking and clustering over a single physical Ethernet interface - creating the unified wire. Founded in 2001.

Tropos Networks is a provider of technology and products designed to create reliable and scalable wireless broadband networks, particularly for metro-scale applications. The company specializes in building extensive Wi-Fi networks that enable network operators, service providers, and government entities to deliver widespread wireless data coverage. Tropos' solutions eliminate the need for wired connections typically required by traditional Wi-Fi hotspots, resulting in larger coverage areas and reduced installation and operational costs. Their offerings include the MetroMesh OS, which features advanced capabilities such as predictive wireless routing, adaptive mesh connectivity, and self-organizing mesh routing intelligence. This technology is particularly suited for smart grid applications and other outdoor industrial uses, facilitating efficient and secure wireless communication in diverse environments.

Analysts forecast that the Wireless LAN market will grow from 8 million users in 2002 to 80 million users by 2007. This explosive rate of WLAN adoption is driving the need for high capacity WLAN infrastructure within the enterprise. Additionally, as enterprise deployments continue to grow, IT Managers need WLAN infrastructure products that offer enhanced functional capabilities to reduce deployment complexity, increase network robustness and reduce operational costs. Today’s WLAN silicon is optimized for client applications and not for high capacity WLAN infrastructure applications. By allowing simultaneous communications on all WLAN channels, Engim’s Multi-Channel WLAN Switching Engine chipset enables a new generation of very high performance, cost-effective access points. These chipsets apply Wideband Spectral Processing to standards-based WLAN infrastructure products for the first time, thereby dramatically increasing bandwidth and data throughput and making a whole new range of features and functionality available to users at low cost.

Infinera Corporation is a global provider of optical transport networking equipment, software, and services, headquartered in Sunnyvale, California. The company specializes in photonic integration technology, offering a diverse portfolio that includes modular platforms, coherent optical transport systems, and packet-optical transport solutions. Its products, such as the Infinera Groove series and 7300 series, cater to various transport network applications, enabling high-capacity data transmission and management. Infinera's digital transport node system incorporates advanced technology for digital processing of network traffic. The company also provides a range of support services, including technical support, installation, and professional services. Infinera's customer base consists of telecommunications service providers, internet content providers, cable operators, research institutions, large enterprises, and government entities, all of whom rely on its solutions for efficient optical networking. Founded in 2000, Infinera continues to innovate in the field of optical networking, enhancing the capabilities of global communications infrastructure.

Atrica is a provider of carrier Ethernet solutions designed for metropolitan area networks. The company specializes in manufacturing carrier Ethernet core, aggregation, and edge switches, along with a service platform for Ethernet networks. Atrica's offerings extend to various Ethernet services, including Ethernet Internet access, Ethernet transparent LAN, T1 private line, Ethernet private line, and Ethernet private network services. The company's technology supports a diverse clientele, including incumbent local service providers, competitive carriers, cable operators, and enterprises, enabling them to enhance their telecommunications capabilities and deliver broadband services to both business and residential customers.

Tropos Networks is a provider of technology and products designed to create reliable and scalable wireless broadband networks, particularly for metro-scale applications. The company specializes in building extensive Wi-Fi networks that enable network operators, service providers, and government entities to deliver widespread wireless data coverage. Tropos' solutions eliminate the need for wired connections typically required by traditional Wi-Fi hotspots, resulting in larger coverage areas and reduced installation and operational costs. Their offerings include the MetroMesh OS, which features advanced capabilities such as predictive wireless routing, adaptive mesh connectivity, and self-organizing mesh routing intelligence. This technology is particularly suited for smart grid applications and other outdoor industrial uses, facilitating efficient and secure wireless communication in diverse environments.

Entrisphere, Inc. is a provider of access network equipment designed for broadband service providers. Founded in 2000 and based in Santa Clara, California, the company develops products like the BLM 1500, a multi-service access platform that supports various communication interfaces such as voice over packet, IPTV, DSL, and both B-PON and GPON technologies. Entrisphere also offers a range of optical network terminals (ONTs) and optical network units (ONUs) suitable for different deployment scenarios, including single-family homes and multi-tenant buildings, along with OSP cabinets that facilitate voice, data, and video services over both copper and fiber connections. In addition to hardware solutions, Entrisphere provides essential support services such as network planning, installation, and maintenance, ensuring efficient operation for telecommunications carriers. As of February 2007, Entrisphere, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of LM Ericsson Telephone Co.

Infinera Corporation is a global provider of optical transport networking equipment, software, and services, headquartered in Sunnyvale, California. The company specializes in photonic integration technology, offering a diverse portfolio that includes modular platforms, coherent optical transport systems, and packet-optical transport solutions. Its products, such as the Infinera Groove series and 7300 series, cater to various transport network applications, enabling high-capacity data transmission and management. Infinera's digital transport node system incorporates advanced technology for digital processing of network traffic. The company also provides a range of support services, including technical support, installation, and professional services. Infinera's customer base consists of telecommunications service providers, internet content providers, cable operators, research institutions, large enterprises, and government entities, all of whom rely on its solutions for efficient optical networking. Founded in 2000, Infinera continues to innovate in the field of optical networking, enhancing the capabilities of global communications infrastructure.

Lycium Networks is a technology company specializing in high-speed convergence solutions that integrate voice and data over next-generation networks. Founded by Doron Barack, Ron Cohen, and Yehuda Wieder, the company leverages the team's extensive experience in the communications industry. Lycium Networks has developed System on Chip (SoC) technology, specifically its Meridian SoC, which provides circuit emulation services. This technology supports SDH/SONET protection and incorporates operation, administration, and management mechanisms, enabling the synchronization and multiplexing of TDM services over packet-switched networks. By delivering these advanced capabilities, Lycium Networks empowers communications equipment vendors to offer significant advantages to operators and end-users.

TeraChip Inc. is a fabless semiconductor company that develops switch fabric for switches and router systems. The company’s products are used in local area network (LAN), storage area network (SAN), and metro area network (MAN) switches.

Transparent Networks Inc. develops Micro Opto-Electro Mechanical Systems (MOEMS) for heavy traffic fiber optic carriers. The company was founded in 2000 and is based in Santa Clara, California.

Tropos Networks is a provider of technology and products designed to create reliable and scalable wireless broadband networks, particularly for metro-scale applications. The company specializes in building extensive Wi-Fi networks that enable network operators, service providers, and government entities to deliver widespread wireless data coverage. Tropos' solutions eliminate the need for wired connections typically required by traditional Wi-Fi hotspots, resulting in larger coverage areas and reduced installation and operational costs. Their offerings include the MetroMesh OS, which features advanced capabilities such as predictive wireless routing, adaptive mesh connectivity, and self-organizing mesh routing intelligence. This technology is particularly suited for smart grid applications and other outdoor industrial uses, facilitating efficient and secure wireless communication in diverse environments.

Siliquent Technologies, Inc. is a fabless semiconductor company dedicated to expanding Ethernet's applications across the entire enterprise - for storage, high-performance computing, and all networking applications. The company's new 10GbE processors are designed to enable a new generation of intelligent NICs that make it possible to run storage, networking and clustering over a single physical Ethernet interface - creating the unified wire. Founded in 2001.

Atrica is a provider of carrier Ethernet solutions designed for metropolitan area networks. The company specializes in manufacturing carrier Ethernet core, aggregation, and edge switches, along with a service platform for Ethernet networks. Atrica's offerings extend to various Ethernet services, including Ethernet Internet access, Ethernet transparent LAN, T1 private line, Ethernet private line, and Ethernet private network services. The company's technology supports a diverse clientele, including incumbent local service providers, competitive carriers, cable operators, and enterprises, enabling them to enhance their telecommunications capabilities and deliver broadband services to both business and residential customers.

Lycium Networks is a technology company specializing in high-speed convergence solutions that integrate voice and data over next-generation networks. Founded by Doron Barack, Ron Cohen, and Yehuda Wieder, the company leverages the team's extensive experience in the communications industry. Lycium Networks has developed System on Chip (SoC) technology, specifically its Meridian SoC, which provides circuit emulation services. This technology supports SDH/SONET protection and incorporates operation, administration, and management mechanisms, enabling the synchronization and multiplexing of TDM services over packet-switched networks. By delivering these advanced capabilities, Lycium Networks empowers communications equipment vendors to offer significant advantages to operators and end-users.

Infinera Corporation is a global provider of optical transport networking equipment, software, and services, headquartered in Sunnyvale, California. The company specializes in photonic integration technology, offering a diverse portfolio that includes modular platforms, coherent optical transport systems, and packet-optical transport solutions. Its products, such as the Infinera Groove series and 7300 series, cater to various transport network applications, enabling high-capacity data transmission and management. Infinera's digital transport node system incorporates advanced technology for digital processing of network traffic. The company also provides a range of support services, including technical support, installation, and professional services. Infinera's customer base consists of telecommunications service providers, internet content providers, cable operators, research institutions, large enterprises, and government entities, all of whom rely on its solutions for efficient optical networking. Founded in 2000, Infinera continues to innovate in the field of optical networking, enhancing the capabilities of global communications infrastructure.

Atrica is a provider of carrier Ethernet solutions designed for metropolitan area networks. The company specializes in manufacturing carrier Ethernet core, aggregation, and edge switches, along with a service platform for Ethernet networks. Atrica's offerings extend to various Ethernet services, including Ethernet Internet access, Ethernet transparent LAN, T1 private line, Ethernet private line, and Ethernet private network services. The company's technology supports a diverse clientele, including incumbent local service providers, competitive carriers, cable operators, and enterprises, enabling them to enhance their telecommunications capabilities and deliver broadband services to both business and residential customers.

Equinix is a global data center and interconnection provider that enables digital businesses to connect with customers, employees, and partners. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, the company operates 260 data centers across 71 markets. It serves more than 10,000 customers, including 2,100 network providers, across five verticals: cloud and IT services, content providers, network and mobile services, financial services, and enterprise. Revenue is predominantly derived from renting space to tenants and related services, comprising about 70%, with more than 15% from interconnection services that link customers to networks and cloud providers. It focuses on providing secure, scalable infrastructure for digital ecosystems and supports a broad ecosystem of partners and customers worldwide.

CoreExpress is focused on the development of an internet data-exchange system for the multi-ISP extranet services. CoreExpress was acquired by Wiltel Communications in November 2001. CoreExpress was founded in 1999 and is based in Herndon, Virginia.

Critical Path, acquired by Openwave Messaging in December 2013, provides consumer and enterprise solutions for online and mobile communication. Its portfolio includes web and mobile messaging, social media messaging, security, and archiving services. The company owns the award‑winning ShoZu service, which connects millions of users to social sites and feeds. Critical Path’s Memova suite is adopted by leading service providers and enterprises worldwide to enable large numbers of people to communicate, connect, share, and organize while ensuring safety and assurance. With global offices, the firm supports deployments of Memova solutions to increase revenue, enhance loyalty, streamline operations, and reduce costs. In November 2010 it merged with Mirapoint, a global leader in mail‑server appliances, creating an integrated offering of email security, archiving, and mailbox appliances that serves more than 120 million mailboxes for enterprises, service providers, educational institutions, and government entities.

Critical Path, acquired by Openwave Messaging in December 2013, provides consumer and enterprise solutions for online and mobile communication. Its portfolio includes web and mobile messaging, social media messaging, security, and archiving services. The company owns the award‑winning ShoZu service, which connects millions of users to social sites and feeds. Critical Path’s Memova suite is adopted by leading service providers and enterprises worldwide to enable large numbers of people to communicate, connect, share, and organize while ensuring safety and assurance. With global offices, the firm supports deployments of Memova solutions to increase revenue, enhance loyalty, streamline operations, and reduce costs. In November 2010 it merged with Mirapoint, a global leader in mail‑server appliances, creating an integrated offering of email security, archiving, and mailbox appliances that serves more than 120 million mailboxes for enterprises, service providers, educational institutions, and government entities.

XACCT Technologies, Inc. is a provider of business infrastructure software tailored for next-generation networks. The company specializes in developing and marketing a comprehensive TCP/IP accounting and mediation solution designed for Network Service Providers (NSPs). Its primary offering, the Network to Business (N2B) Platform, enables wireline, wireless, and cable operators to collect detailed network usage data. This data is essential for billing, traffic planning, usage audits, and user profiling, allowing service providers to deliver differentiated billable services. XACCT Technologies supports its clients by offering robust solutions that enhance their operational capabilities and improve service delivery.