Ns (simulator)

ns-3
Initial releaseJune 30, 2008 (2008-06-30)
Stable release
3.44  / 9 March 2025 (9 March 2025)
Repository
Written inC++ (core), Python (bindings)
Operating systemLinux, FreeBSD, macOS, Windows
PlatformIA-32, x86-64
TypeNetwork simulator
LicenseGNU GPL
Websitewww.nsnam.org 

ns (from network simulator) is a name for a series of discrete event network simulators, specifically ns-1, ns-2, and ns-3. All are discrete-event computer network simulators, primarily used in research and teaching.