The design and implementation of a network simulation platform

Network security risks are becoming an increasing threat as new network attack methods are constantly being developed by hackers to compromise secure networks and devices. The use of a network simulation environment that can realistically replicate these events and their effects can enable researchers to identify these threats and find ways to counter them. In this paper we present the design of a network simulation platform which can enable researchers to study dynamic behaviour of networks, network protocols, and emerging classes of distributed applications in a controlled setting under realworld conditions.