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Barefoot Networks

Barefoot Networks creates programmable networking systems for massive scale data center markets.

a16zAcquired

What they do

Problem

Data centers need scalable, flexible networking that can be quickly adapted to new requirements without replacing hardware.

Solution

Programmable networking systems that let operators define and update packet-processing behavior for large-scale data center networks.

Who it's for

Large-scale data center operators and enterprise/cloud service providers.

Founders

Nick McKeown
Martin Izzard
Pat Bosshart
Dan Lenoski

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