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SolarWinds vs WatchGuard

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SolarWinds
Based on 409 reviews.
WatchGuard
Based on 211 reviews.
Overview
SolarWinds Inc. develops enterprise information technology infrastructure management software for IT professionals. In 2007, SolarWinds raised funding from Austin Ventures, Bain Capital and Insight Venture Partners. SolarWinds completed its initial public offering of $112.5 million in 2009. In 2012, SolarWinds' total revenue reached $269 million. In June 2014, the company purchased the Swedish web-monitoring company Pingdom.
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Sample Customers
SolarWinds NPM
Microsoft, Federal Express, Hewlett-Packard, and MasterCard
SolarWinds Network Device Monitor
Air Rarotonga
SolarWinds Network Automation Manager
Maalem Financing Company, School City of Hammond
WatchGuard Firebox
Ellips, Diecutstickers.com, Clarke Energy, NCR, Wrest Park, Homeslice Pizza, Fortessa Tableware Solutions, The Phoenix Residence
Popular Solutions
Top Industries
Computer Software Company
10%
Government
10%
Manufacturing Company
9%
Financial Services Firm
9%
Computer Software Company
13%
Comms Service Provider
11%
Manufacturing Company
6%
Retailer
5%
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Customer Service
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Technical Support
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