Learning Computer Network with Auxiliary Software

Computer network course is a fundamental course for the computer major college student which explains the architecture of network based on TCP/IP. But because the course is abstract in some degree, it´s hard for students to understand. We propose a learning method that utilizes the auxiliary software to simulate the network topology and configure the network protocols for the students to understand and analyze the learned network knowledge in time. After practicing for several years, we find this method is very helpful for student to study computer network course.