The deal is a good one for both companies, said Brett Sappington, director of research at Parks Associates, a consulting firm. It positions Ericsson to be a major player in an industry that's consolidating. And it allows Microsoft to focus on one of its core products rather than having to compete with some of the giant telecommunications service companies that are starting to dominate the IPTV market.

From the article, "Microsoft to sell Mountain View-based Mediaroom unit" by Troy Wolverton.

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