ENTERASYS NETWORKS, INC.

PROGRAM LICENSE AGREEMENT

BEFORE OPENING OR UTILIZING THE ENCLOSED PRODUCT,

CAREFULLY READ THIS LICENSE AGREEMENT.

This document is an agreement (“Agreement”) between the end user (“You”) and Enterasys Networks, Inc. on behalf of itself and its Affiliates (as hereinafter defined) (“Enterasys”) that sets forth Your rights and obligations with respect to the Enterasys software program (including any accompanying documentation, hardware or media) (“Program”) in the package and prevails over any additional, conflicting or inconsistent terms and conditions appearing on any purchase order or other document submitted by You. “Affiliate” means any person, partnership, corporation, limited liability company, or other form of enterprise that directly or indirectly through one or more intermediaries, controls, or is controlled by, or is under common control with the party specified. This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding between the parties, and supersedes all prior discussions, representations, understandings or agreements, whether oral or in writing, between the parties with respect to the subject matter of this Agreement. The Program may be contained in firmware, chips or other media.

BY INSTALLING OR OTHERWISE USING THE PROGRAM, YOU REPRESENT THAT YOU ARE AUTHORIZED TO ACCEPT THESE TERMS ON BEHALF OF THE END USER (IF THE END USER IS AN ENTITY ON WHOSE BEHALF YOU ARE AUTHORIZED TO ACT, “YOU” AND “YOUR” SHALL BE DEEMED TO REFER TO SUCH ENTITY) AND THAT YOU AGREE THAT YOU ARE BOUND BY THE TERMS OF THIS AGREEMENT, WHICH INCLUDES, AMONG OTHER PROVISIONS, THE LICENSE, THE DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY AND THE LIMITATION OF LIABILITY. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THE TERMS OF THIS AGREEMENT OR ARE NOT AUTHORIZED TO ENTER INTO THIS AGREEMENT, ENTERASYS IS UNWILLING TO LICENSE THE PROGRAM TO YOU AND YOU AGREE TO RETURN THE UNOPENED PRODUCT TO ENTERASYS OR YOUR DEALER, IF ANY, WITHIN TEN (10) DAYS FOLLOWING THE DATE OF RECEIPT FOR A FULL REFUND.

IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS ABOUT THIS AGREEMENT, CONTACT ENTERASYS NETWORKS, LEGAL DEPARTMENT AT (603) 332-9400.

You and Enterasys agree as follows:

1.LICENSE. You have the non-exclusive and non-transferable right to use only the one (1) copy of the Program provided in this package subject to the terms and conditions of this Agreement.

2.RESTRICTIONS. Except as otherwise authorized in writing by Enterasys, You may not, nor may You permit any third party to:

(i)Reverse engineer, decompile, disassemble or modify the Program, in whole or in part, including for reasons of error correction or interoperability, except to the extent expressly permitted by applicable law and to the extent the parties shall not be permitted by that applicable law, such rights are expressly excluded. Information necessary to achieve interoperability or correct errors is available from Enterasys upon request and upon payment of Enterasys’ applicable fee.

(ii)Incorporate the Program, in whole or in part, in any other product or create derivative works based on the Program, in whole or in part.

(iii)Publish, disclose, copy, reproduce or transmit the Program, in whole or in part.

(iv)Assign, sell, license, sublicense, rent, lease, encumber by way of security interest, pledge or otherwise transfer the Program, in whole or in part.

(v)Remove any copyright, trademark, proprietary rights, disclaimer or warning notice included on or embedded in any part of the Program.

3.APPLICABLE LAW. This Agreement shall be interpreted and governed under the laws and in the state and federal courts of New Hampshire without regard to its conflicts of laws provisions. You accept the personal jurisdiction and venue of the New Hampshire courts. None of the 1980 United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods, the United Nations Convention on the Limitation Period in the International Sale of Goods, and the Uniform Computer Information Transactions Act shall apply to this Agreement.

4.EXPORT RESTRICTIONS. You understand that Enterasys and its Affiliates are subject to regulation by agencies of the U.S. Government, including the U.S. Department of Commerce, which prohibit export or diversion of certain technical products to certain countries, unless a license to export the Program is obtained from the U.S. Government or an exception from obtaining such license may be relied upon by the exporting party.

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2000 specifications

Enterasys Networks, a key player in the networking space in 2000, was renowned for its innovative solutions that combined high-performance networking with robust security features. Founded with the vision of providing enterprise-level networking infrastructure, Enterasys positioned itself to cater to the growing demands of business networks during the dot-com boom.

One of the main features of Enterasys Networks was its focus on delivering secure, scalable networking solutions that could seamlessly integrate with existing enterprise systems. The company developed a range of products including switches, routers, and wireless solutions that were designed to optimize performance while ensuring security at every layer. Their core offerings provided businesses with the reliability required to handle increasing volumes of data traffic.

A standout technology of Enterasys was its identity and access management solutions. These technologies allowed organizations to control who could access network resources and under what conditions. This was particularly crucial in a time when cyber threats were on the rise, and businesses were becoming more aware of the need for strict network security protocols. The features included role-based access control and authentication measures, which were fundamental in safeguarding sensitive information.

Enterasys also introduced intelligent networking features, which enabled dynamic traffic management and prioritization. This technology helped organizations optimize their network performance by automatically adjusting to changing workload demands. Such capabilities were essential for businesses relying on bandwidth-intensive applications and services.

The company also embraced the rising trend of wireless networking, providing solutions that combined wired and wireless technologies for a unified experience. Enterasys Wireless LAN solutions were groundbreaking at the time, offering seamless connectivity and security to mobile devices, thereby enhancing productivity and flexibility within enterprise environments.

In addition to hardware, Enterasys developed network management software that simplified the administration of complex networks. This software enabled IT professionals to monitor performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement security policies efficiently.

Overall, Enterasys Networks in 2000 was characterized by its commitment to delivering secure, intelligent networking solutions that catered to the needs of modern enterprises. With its innovative technologies and features, Enterasys played a significant role in shaping the networking landscape, laying the groundwork for future advancements in network security and management.