NetViz: Computer Network Visualizer

The NetViz is a C++ program designed to simulate the working of computer networks. It allows users to create their own custom network topologies using drag-and-drop components. The tool provides a visual representation of how data packets are transferred across a network, enabling users to explore the dynamics of computer networks in an interactive and engaging way.

Features

• Custom Network Topologies: Create custom networks using drag-and-drop components.
• Packet Transfer Simulation: Visualize how data packets move through a network. Used TCP/IP Protocol for transfer of Data Packets.
• Interactive Interface: Engage with your network design in real-time.
• Network Algorithms: Implement and visualize algorithms like A* for pathfinding, Kruskal's for minimum spanning trees, and more.
• DHCP: Implemented Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), that automatically assigns IP addresses and other configuration parameters to devices on a network.

Data Structures

• Graphs: Used for representing networks, where edges represent connections and nodes serve as endpoints.
• Priority Queues: Utilized for Packet Transfer.
• Queues: Utilized for packet broadcasting.
• Stacks: For loop detection in network paths.
• HashMaps: Employed for collision avoidance in network communication.
• Vectors: Used for Storing Data of nodes, edges, ip_addresses, mac_address, ports, etc.

Algorithms

• A*: Finds the shortest path in a network.
• Kruskal's Algorithm: Used for finding the minimum spanning tree in the network.

Installation

1. Clone the repository to your local machine:

   git clone https://github.com/VyankateshD206/NetViz.git
   

2. Pistache Installation for Backend: Pistache Website

3. Run these commands:

   meson setup builddir
   cd builddir
   meson compile
   ./network_server
   

4. Start the backend Server on browser:

   http://localhost:9080/api/network 
   

5. Start the Frontend:

   cd frontend
   python -m http.server 8080

• Go to site : http://localhost:8080/