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Cable MSOs are under a lot of pressure. Users want more streaming, high-def video and high-speed broadband. They also want the best price available and are not hesitant to switch providers if they get a better offer. Put simply – competition has never been more fierce, so MSOs must act swiftly to modernize their network and take steps to provide a greater experience for end users.

Users want more streaming, high-def video and high-speed broadband. They also want the best price and are not hesitant to switch providers. MSOs must act swiftly to modernize their network and take steps to provide a greater experience for end users. Ciena’s solutions that address these pressures have been recognized by BTR's Diamond Technology Review.

4.5 Diamonds: Waveserver – A scalable metro DCI solution that combines coherent technology and web-scale IT.

5.0 Diamonds: 3906mvi Service Virtualization Switch – A VNF host that allows easy deployment in a variety of business service applications.

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