Redback Networks, Inc. designs, develops, and markets networking solutions for IP–based services and communications. Redback’s hardware, software, and services are designed to create solutions that address the operational and technical challenges of building a next-generation network that delivers consumer and business services. Redback’s solutions enable carriers and service providers to rapidly and efficiently deploy broadband Internet access, IP video, and on-line gaming with the SmartEdge® product portfolio. Redback Networks was founded in 1996.