DESC: Foundry Networks is one of the world's leading next-generation networking companies. It provides end-to-end Global Ethernet and intelligent traffic-management solutions. The company's products include Internet routers, Layer 2/3 LAN switches, and Layer 4-7 web switches with integrated Internet traffic and content management. Foundry Networks has more than 3, 300 customers worldwide, including the world's leading enterprises, Internet-based businesses, Metro Area and Internet service providers and other institutions.