INET

INET is an acronym that can refer to a variety of organizations, research initiatives, and technical concepts. Because it is not unique to a single entity, the exact meaning of INET depends on the context in which it appears. Common uses arise in information technology, networking, and academic research.

In networking and simulation, INET most often denotes the INET Framework for the OMNeT++ discrete-event simulator. The INET Framework is an open-source collection of modular models that enable realistic simulation of wired and wireless networks. It provides representations of network stacks such as IPv4 and IPv6, transport protocols, routing, wireless interfaces, mobility models, and various application traffic patterns. The framework integrates with OMNeT++ to allow researchers to assemble experiments, configure parameters, and run large-scale studies of protocol performance and network behavior. It is widely used in universities and research labs to teach concepts and to analyze network designs, protocols, and deployments without physical hardware.

Beyond this software context, INET is used as an acronym by different institutions and organizations, including research centers and academic departments, and by conference or project names. Because the same acronym can refer to unrelated entities, readers should consult accompanying definitions to determine the exact meaning in a given document.