why cisco 2950 switch is called as catalyst switch

Dec 08, 2006 3 Replies

hi , actually i want to know why do we call a cisco 2950 switch as catalyst switch. why we use the word ( catalyst ).



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While hesitating to disagree with Brad Reese, the name originated with Crescendo which Cisco acquired in '93, see

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The first Cisco Catalyst was the 1200, which even did (limited) L3.

Excellent Brink, stand corrected.

In 2006, the Cisco Catalyst Switch reached a milestone with cumulative sales totaling $20 Billion.

Once more Brink, thank you for the correction.

Sincerely and gratefully yours,

Brad Reese

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