The dismal French edifice might not even take first prize for the least charming design in town.

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She was equally modest when asked about being the first ever female to take the top prize.

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In fact, Cisco will be the first to admit that its own paranoia caused the company to take its eye of the prize, which led to some regrettable deals for The Flip Camera, Scientific Atlanta and Linksys.

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