Network Emulator
A network emulator is a hardware or software tool that imitates the behavior of a real computer network by introducing conditions such as latency, bandwidth limitations, packet loss, jitter, and network congestion. It allows developers, researchers, and network engineers to test applications and devices under realistic network conditions without requiring a live production network.
Objectives of a network emulator
Test application performance under different network conditions.
Simulate real-world WAN, mobile, or satellite networks.
Evaluate network protocols.
Identify performance bottlenecks.
Verify system reliability before deployment.
Support research, education, and cybersecurity testing
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