A Virtual Network Laboratory for Instruction and Research

Document Type : Scientific - Research

Authors

1 Shiraz Uiversity of Engineering

2 Shiraz University of Engineering

Abstract
A client-server environment has been developed for testing performance of web applications. This article discusses extending its applicability to instruction and research as a virtual networking laboratory (VNL). The VNL operates in an Internet-connected LAN environment and can perform operations of arbitrary scope under control of remote users. A multi-layered abstraction model of the VNL is described, wherein the client-side test application performs functions related to remote-controlled testing and experimentation. The paper also elaborates on the development of a VNL for instructional purposes, and describes other possible uses in research and education.

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  • Receive Date 24 August 2005
  • Revise Date 16 February 2006
  • Accept Date 21 May 2006
  • First Publish Date 01 June 2006
  • Publish Date 01 June 2006