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Cisco to Acquire Video Surveillance Firm

Cisco Systems today announced a definitive agreement to acquire privately-held SyPixx Networks, Inc. of Waterbury, Connecticut. SyPixx Networks offers network-centric video surveillance software and hardware that enable existing analog video surveillance systems to operate as part of an open IP network. This acquisition will enable Cisco to deliver video surveillance as part of an Intelligent Converged Environment.

Now Cisco will make it possible for customers to continue using their existing video surveillance systems and to integrate them into an overall physical security program, while enhancing the safety of people and the protection of assets. Video will be accessible at any time from any place, enabling real time incident response, investigation and resolution. This will support the deployment and control of new security applications and maximize the value of live and recorded video.

As a result of this acquisition, Physical Security will become a new Emerging Technology area for Cisco.

posted by Fergie @ 3/07/2006 07:49:00 AM