Best CCNA Network Simulators | Virtual Networking

 In this article, we discuss best network simulators that are available for CCNA preparation. Top 3 network simulators considered are:

1. CCNA network simulator - Certexams.com

2. CCNA network simulator - Boson

3. Packet tracer - Cisco

What to look for in a network simulator for CCNA:

  1. Robust and established network simulator
  2. Coverage of CCNA exam topics
  3. Library labs for practicing - this will help in getting used to the network simulator user interface, and understand the basic configuration commands, and troubleshooting commands such as ping, traceroute, show config, show protocols, and other similar commands.
  4. Ability to create one's own labs for practice and share the same among group members: Once a user is familiar with the IOS commands, it should be possible to create one's own labs using simple interface. 
  5. Should be all in one network sim: this is important. One need not have to use a paid subscription, or other outside (some times not legal) iOS softwares to run the network simulator. 
  6. Should be simple to work with and to the point: Many times, the users who are preparing for CCNA exam are required to learn things outside the purview of CCNA to create or run the labs. It is not only cumbersome, also takes time to learn and practice. The net sim is preferably created for the sole purpose of learning CCNA topics and helping in facing the CCNA exam with confidence.
  7. Affordability: The network simulator software should be affordable without compromising the quality of the software. 


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