EVE-NG vs
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After analyzing EVE-NG and other open-source solutions, here is a table comparing the differences:
| Feature | EVE-NG [2] [10] | GNS3 [7] | Cisco Packet Tracer [7] |
|---|---|---|---|
| Platform | Windows, Linux, Mac | Windows, Linux, Mac | Windows, Linux, Mac |
| License | Open-source | Open-source | Free (proprietary) |
| Supported Virtualization | VMware, KVM, VirtualBox | VMware, VirtualBox, QEMU, and Dynamips | Limited (Cisco-focused) |
| Network Device Support | Multiple vendors (Cisco, Juniper, etc.) | Multiple vendors (Cisco, Juniper, etc.) | Cisco only |
| Interface | Web-based | Desktop application | Desktop application |
| Multi-vendor environment | Yes | Yes | No |
| Integration | CLI, SDK [1] | CLI, APIs | Limited APIs |
| Community Support | Active | Active | Active |
The table compares three popular network emulation solutions: EVE-NG, GNS3, and Cisco Packet Tracer. It highlights the differences in platform support, licensing, supported virtualization technologies, network device support, user interfaces, multi-vendor environment support, integration options, and community support.