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The MEF Certification Program has been overwhelmingly embraced by the industry – vendors and service providers alike. Already more than 40 products from 16 vendors have received the MEF Certificate to the MEF 9 test specification. Tier 1 service providers around the world are committed to the program. Find out what the buzz is all about in this unique look at how the MEF is kickstarting next-generation networks.
Next-generation networks are becoming the global transport mechanism for all services and applications. Cisco Senior VP Mike Volpi explains how networks are converging and introduces the new kinds of core routing technologies required to power them – technologies that comprise Cisco's CRS-1 Carrier Routing System, the new foundation for today's IP networks that will help carriers make and save money.
