Getting Started with ns-3
Dive into the world of network simulations!
Updated on Jun, 2025
Language - English
IT and Software ,Network and Security,Network Security
Lectures -30
Duration -1.5 hours
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Course Description
Simulation tools for networks are vital for testing new protocols, network architectures, and real-world deployments. Among the array of available options, ns-3 stands out for its robust community support and comprehensive technological coverage. Therefore, gaining proficiency in ns-3 can significantly enhance your research and professional endeavors.
This course is structured to provide an overview of network simulation techniques, with a focused exploration of ns-3. Through a practical example, you'll delve into the fundamentals of ns-3 simulations, with thorough explanations of each line of code to deepen your understanding.
Additionally, the course includes a brief tutorial on navigating the ns-3 official website, ensuring you're equipped to locate any necessary information. Most sections incorporate brief quizzes to assess your comprehension.
Towards the course's conclusion, installation instructions are provided for Linux-based systems. However, variations for MacOS and Windows users are also detailed for other users.
Goals
- Grasp the significance of network simulations for assessing extensive networks.
- Comprehend the functionalities and constraints of ns-3.
- Review the fundamental concepts of C++ and object-oriented programming.
- Investigate the ns-3 website along with additional references.
- Obtain and set up ns-3 within a Linux environment.
- Construct a straightforward simulation scenario.
Prerequisites
Basic understanding in command line interface of Linux/Mac
Basic C++ and object oriented programming
Curriculum
Check out the detailed breakdown of what’s inside the course
Introduction
2 Lectures
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Introduction to the course
00:55
00:55
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Why choose ns-3?
03:38
03:38
Key Concepts
4 Lectures
Walkthrough Example
8 Lectures
Running the ns-3 Simulation
3 Lectures
Resources in ns-3 Website
1 Lectures
Installation of ns-3
6 Lectures
Example on Wi-Fi
6 Lectures
Instructor Details
Sampath Edirisinghe
Hello Everyone!
I am Sampath and I have been working with different networks such as Wi-Fi, Visible Light Communications, LoRaWAN, and 5G/6G for more than 5 years. Most of these works involved the use of network simulations at some level.
I also have spent quite some time building embedded systems for cool and boring projects :D
So, I thought of sharing my experience with you so you can get your work done faster than I did!
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