As the virtual network grows, Alex introduces non-Cisco devices into the mix—TFTP servers, TACACS+, and packet generators. This is a multi-vendor digital world where interoperability is key. They watch as virtual packets traverse the topology, testing the limits of throughput and latency.
Alex begins the journey by firing up the Boson NetSim interface. This version is a powerhouse, a digital canvas capable of supporting up to 200 different devices. It’s not just about routers and switches; it’s about a vast library of 42 routers, 7 switches, and a variety of other specialized equipment. NetSim Network Simulator 11.7.6487.20622
: Alex switches between display styles, using the familiar console mode to fine-tune configurations just as they would on physical hardware. As the virtual network grows, Alex introduces non-Cisco
: They dive into SDM (Security Device Manager) support , ensuring the network’s defenses are as robust as its routing tables. The Test of Resilience Alex begins the journey by firing up the