network simulator 3 (ns-3) overview
reference: http://blog.secmem.org/184
The ns-3 simulation core supports research on both IP and non-IP based networks. However, the large majority of its users focuses on wireless/IP simulations which involve models for Wi-Fi, WiMAX, or LTE for layers 1 and 2 and and a variety of static or dynamic routing protocols such as OLSR and AODV for IP-based applications.
ns-2 & ns-3
The difference between ns-2 and ns-3
ns-2 is a popular discrete-event network simulator developed under several previous research grants and activities. It remains in active use and will continue to be maintained.
ns-3 is a new software development effort focused on improving upon the core architecture, software integration, models, and educational components of ns-2. The project commenced in July 2006 and the first release was made on June 30, 2008.
ns-2 scripts in ns-3
ns-2 scripts will not run within ns-3. ns-2 uses OTcl as its scripting environment. ns-3 uses C++ programs or python scripts to define simulations.
ns-2 models in ns-3
Some ns-2 models that are mostly written in C++ have already been ported to ns-3: OLSR and Error Model were originally written for ns-2. OTcl-based models have not been and will not be ported since this would be equivalent to a complete rewrite.