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Extreme Networks Acquires Enterprise Networking Business

Extreme Networks acquires enterprise networking business from Avaya to improve it's software-driven solutions.

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By Elizabeth O'Dowd

- Extreme Networks announced its acquisition completion of Avaya’s enterprise networking business. The acquisition will allow the company to grow in its end-to-end software driven solutions.

Extreme Networks will acquire Avaya’s network assets along with employees, partners, and networking customers.

"Avaya's networking business is a strategic fit for Extreme Networks that strengthens the company's position in the enterprise market," ZK Research Analyst and Founder Zeus Kerravala said in a statement. "Avaya's strength in the core and campus complements Extreme's market focus.”