access and services. The company provides Netopia Broadband Server remote management software that enables carriers to remotely manage its gateways, as well as gateways from third party suppliers and to deploy new broadband services. Its software enables broadband service providers and enterprises to remotely respond to service problems and calls and to automate the maintenance of the gateways and broadband services. The company solution also enables the delivery of value added services. In addition, Netopia licenses and hosts software for remotely managing networks of personal computers under Timbuktu and eCare brand names; sells Web site services, including Web site hosting, development, and tools for Web site development; offers a Hot-Spot solution and service for distributed enterprises, such as restaurants, hotels, and other venues that offer wireless Internet access to their customers; and technical support and managed services for deploying its solutions. The company offers its products and services to telecommunications carriers and Internet service providers primarily in the United States and Europe.

Netopia was incorporated in 1986 as Farallon Computing, Inc. It changed its name to Farallon Communications, Inc. in 1996 and to Netopia, Inc. in 1997. The company is headquartered in Emeryville, California. As of February 6, 2007, Netopia, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Motorola, Inc.