An interesting story on how Cisco now wants to make inroads into the digital home: VoIP, IPTV, home networking and others. It bought out Linksys in 2003, and last month it bought out Denmark-based KiSS Technology, which makes networked DVD players and even a sofa with built-in speakers.
Linksys till now has had a key role in providing the basic pipes for Jane and Joe Consumer. Now, Cisco wants Linksys to focus on filling those pipes, by driving usage of new home-networking applications — whether it’s making phone calls, having family videoconferences, watching TV or sharing photos.
Also, an interview with Linksys co-founder Victor Tsao: “When you talk about networked entertainment, you’re by definition talking about multiple devices from multiple vendors. That means [we have to find] ways so we all can work together and share content with each other. We’re a networking company. That’s our strength — and making this complex set of products easier to use is a strength, as well. Linksys will play a major role, by partnering up with many players.”
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