Cisco Systems, Inc., commonly known as Cisco, is a multinational technology company that specializes in networking hardware, software, and services. It was founded in 1984 and has grown to become one of the largest and most influential companies in the networking industry. Cisco offers a wide range of products and solutions for networking and communications, including routers, switches, firewalls, wireless systems, collaboration tools, data center infrastructure, and more. These products are designed to enable the creation, management, and optimization of networks for businesses of all sizes, from small offices to large enterprises and service providers. In addition to its hardware offerings, Cisco provides software solutions for network management, security, analytics, and automation. These software solutions help organizations monitor and control their networks, ensure security and compliance, analyze network performance, and streamline operations. Cisco certifications are highly regarded in the IT industry and are widely recognized as a benchmark for networking professionals. The Cisco certification program offers various levels of certifications, including entry-level, associate-level, professional-level, and expert-level certifications.