Netplaner

Netplaner is a Java-based network planning and simulation tool. It is designed to assist network administrators and engineers in designing, optimizing, and troubleshooting various network architectures. The software provides a graphical user interface for visualizing network topologies and configuring network devices.

Key features of Netplaner include the ability to simulate traffic flow, analyze network performance metrics such as latency and bandwidth, and test the impact of different configurations or hardware changes before implementing them in a live environment. It supports a wide range of network protocols and device types, allowing for the modeling of complex enterprise networks, data centers, and service provider infrastructures.

Users can import existing network configurations or build new ones from scratch within Netplaner. The simulation engine allows for dynamic scenarios to be created, enabling the testing of network resilience, load balancing strategies, and routing algorithms. The output of simulations can be presented in various graphical formats for easier interpretation and decision-making. Netplaner aims to reduce the risk associated with network changes and improve overall network efficiency and reliability through its planning and simulation capabilities.