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Cisco revenue grows more than expected

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Cisco Systems Inc's quarterly results beat expectations on what CEO John Chambers called a dramatic business acceleration as customers resumed upgrading networks to handle growing Internet traffic.
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Telefonica buys Internet phone provider Jajah

Spain's Telefonica (TEF.MC) said on Wednesday its O2 unit had bought voice-over-Internet-protocol provider Jajah for 145 million euros ($207.6 million). The all cash deal is subject to approval by Spain's antitrust authorities, Telefonica said.
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Nastiness in the mix for Kraft's hostile Cadbury bid?

Rather than talk about sweetening its 789 pence-per-share offer for Cadbury — say, to the 820-850 pence level analysts think is needed — Kraft is urging shareholders to take a long hard look at Cadbury's revenue growth targets
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Cisco's strategy chief emerges as CEO contender

When Ned Hooper joined Cisco Systems Inc (CSCO.O) after the company he worked for was bought by the U.S. network equipment giant, he didn't think he would stay beyond an initial two-year commitment.
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Cisco set to defend growth target, M&A strategy

Cisco Systems Inc is expected next week to say it can return to double-digit sales growth due to a stronger economy and expansion in high-growth businesses, including the acquisition of videoconference leader Tandberg .
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Cisco gets Tandberg shares after battle

Cisco Systems has control over more than 90 percent of Norwegian target Tandberg, allowing it to squeeze out remaining shareholders, and create the world's leader in videoconferencing equipment.
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Cisco has 84 pct of Tandberg, won't extend bid

Cisco Systems Inc needs more help from shareholders to meet the acceptance threshold in its bid to buy Norway's Tandberg ASA and create the global leader in videoconferencing equipment.
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Cisco ups Tandberg bid, expected to win approval

Cisco Systems Inc raised its bid for Tandberg ASA 10 percent to 19 billion Norwegian crowns ($3.41 billion), a move widely expected to win over shareholders of the video conferencing company.
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HP still seen looking for deals after 3Com

Hewlett-Packard Co's $3.1 billion play for 3Com Corp will help the technology giant expand its product portfolio amid rapid industry consolidation -- and few think HP is done shopping.
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HP to buy 3Com for $3.1 billion

Hewlett-Packard Co is making a move into the network equipment market by striking a $3.1 billion deal for 3Com Corp, in a major challenge to Cisco Systems Inc.
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HP shares slip, 3Com shares soar on acquisition

Shares of 3Com Corp soared more than 35 percent in extended trading on Wednesday after Hewlett-Packard Co agreed to acquire the networking solutions provider for $2.7 billion, while HP shares slipped 0.7 percent to $49.65.
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HP to buy 3Com for $2.7 billion

Hewlett-Packard Co struck a deal to buy network equipment maker 3Com Corp for $2.7 billion to step up competition against Cisco Systems Inc and expand into China.
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HP agrees to buy 3Com for $2.7 billion

Hewlett-Packard Co struck a deal to buy network equipment maker 3Com Corp for $2.7 billion to step up competition against Cisco Systems Inc and expand into China.
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Logitech buys LifeSize Comms for $405 million

Logitech said it is buying privately held LifeSize Communications for $405 million, bolstering its position in the much-prized video communication market, which is seen as a key source of future growth.
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Tandberg shareholders snub Cisco offer

Cisco Systems, the largest U.S. network equipment maker, said investors holding 9.37 percent of Norwegian videoconferencing company Tandberg's shares had accepted its tender offer.

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