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Cisco Prime Optical is a carrier-class, multi-technology management system that integrates the end-to-end management of traditional transport networks and carrier packet transport networks. Cisco Prime Optical is a component of Cisco Prime for IP Next Generation Networks (NGNs) - an integrated management suite that drastically simplifies the design, provisioning, and management of carrier-grade networks. Cisco Prime Optical can help maintain the integrity of existing services, plus deliver interactive, content-based services and high-bandwidth applications.