Cisco Extends Growth Streak on Strong Software Sales

Third-consecutive quarter of revenue growth comes after two years of declines

Cisco Systems Inc. on Wednesday reported its third-consecutive quarter of revenue growth, evidence the networking-gear maker’s move to build up its software business is paying off.

Shares of Cisco jumped 6.3% in after-hours trading after finishing the regular day at $43.86.

Cisco’s streak—the company generated $12.84 billion in total revenue...