If you watch Fast Money regularly you know that Akamai is a favorite on the desk.

But sentiment on the Street is somewhat mixed. Earlier in the month Merriman Curhan Ford upgraded the company, citing growing Web traffic, an improving economy and a diminished threat from rivals.

However Citi analyst and Fast Money friend Mark Mahaney downgraded the stock earlier in the week to Hold from Buy, in what he calls “purely a valuation call.”

Considering the dissenting views, what must you know about this company before you place your bets? Find out from CEO Paul Sagan.

Watch the video now!

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