ImagiNet: a network simulator based on VDE

Network simulation software allows users to carry out experiments on network topologies without depending on physical and expensive hardware. These tools enable students to practice and better understand computer networks, while enabling teachers to create complementary laboratories for evaluating students during a course. In this thesis, we introduce ImagiNet, a network simulator that distinguishes itself from others through its simplicity and capabilities. It is designed to be modern and lightweight, enabling the simulation of complex scenarios on commodity hardware. The system is specifically designed to assist students during their learning journey and teachers during their university courses. ImagiNet has already proven successful with a small group of students, though nothing prevents it from being used in large university-scale classes.