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Ciena Corporation is a global leader in communication network infrastructure, associated software and professional services. Our specialty is helping customers transition their networks for maximum value using innovative technology and market-driven solutions to address end-user demand. With expertise in optical, Ethernet and data networking, Ciena enables customers to deliver more services faster, lower the network cost base and improve the end-user experience. Our solutions form the foundation of many of the largest, most reliable and sophisticated service provider, enterprise, government, and research and education networks across the globe.


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Headquarters
1201 Winterson Road
Linthicum, Maryland 21090
Toll Free (800) 921-1144
Phone (410) 865-8500
Fax (410) 694-5750
Incorporation
November 1992 under the state laws of Delaware.

Initial public offering (IPO)
February 7, 1997
Raised approximately $125 million; Lead underwriter: Goldman Sachs & Co
Ticker symbol
NASDAQ: CIEN
Revenue
Fiscal Year 2007
$779.8 million
Employees
2000+ worldwide