Capellas is also banking on a shift toward simplified product lines as software moves off of the desktop and on to "server farms" connected via high-speed Internet lines.

FORBES: Desktop battle plan

Having access to Cisco's specialized software solutions across all of Belkin's product lines will bring a more seamless user experience for customers.

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