Better Buy: Arista Networks vs. Cisco

Better Buy: Arista Networks vs. Cisco

The rivalry between Arista Networks (NYSE: ANET) and Cisco Systems (NASDAQ: CSCO) runs deep, and it's never been friendly. In 2004, Arista was founded by former Cisco engineer Ken Duda , and several other ex-Cisco employees joined the cause shortly thereafter, including Arista's CEO Jayshree Ullal.