NetSolve facts for kids
| Subsidiary | |
| Industry | Computer networking |
| Founded |  United States |
| Headquarters | United States |
| Parent | Cisco Systems |
NetSolve was a company in the United States. It helped other businesses with their computer networks. A larger company called Cisco Systems bought NetSolve on September 9, 2004.
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What Was NetSolve?
NetSolve was an information technology (IT) company. IT companies work with computers and software. They help businesses use technology better. NetSolve focused on computer networking. This means they helped set up and manage computer systems that talk to each other.
What is Computer Networking?
Imagine many computers needing to share information. Computer networking connects them. This allows computers to send messages and files. It also lets them share things like printers. Networks can be small, like in a home. They can also be huge, like the Internet. NetSolve helped companies build and manage these networks. They made sure the networks worked well.
Becoming Part of Cisco Systems
On September 9, 2004, Cisco Systems bought NetSolve. When one company buys another, it's called an acquisition. Cisco Systems is a very big company. It makes equipment for computer networks. This includes things like routers and switches.
Why Do Companies Buy Other Companies?
Companies buy other companies for many reasons. Sometimes, they want new technology. Other times, they want new customers. Cisco bought NetSolve to offer more services. NetSolve's skills in managing networks were valuable. This helped Cisco offer more complete solutions to its customers. After the acquisition, NetSolve became part of Cisco Systems.
