Cisco, Microsoft to collaborate on tools

Seattle PI | at | by Mike

Cisco Systems, the world's largest network equipment maker, said on Monday it's partnering with Microsoft to create a package of communications tools geared for businesses.

Part of its efforts to diversify and expand its revenue stream, San Jose, Calif.-based Cisco is launching the "Cisco Unified Communications" system that will integrate voice, data and video products and applications.

The overall package includes 30 products, most of which are enhancements or updates to existing technologies.