Cisco Packet Tracer

Get real world experience with this powerful network simulation tool built by Cisco. Practice building simple and complex networks across a variety of devices and extend beyond routers and switches. Create interconnected solutions for smart cities, homes, and enterprises.

Use Packet Tracer as a learning environment for instructional courses, distance learning, professional training, work planning or just to have some fun.

For an overview, tips and tricks enroll in our brief Introduction to Packet Tracer course.

Introduction

Who Uses Packet Tracer?

Networking Curious & Aficionados
CCNA, CCNA Security and CCNP Students
Engineers, Educators, & Trainers
Those looking to get into IoT

Use it to

Create virtual networks
Experiment while building, managing & securing infrastructures
Visualize internal processes in real-time
Apply skills with labs & interactive activities

It’s Free

Simply enroll into Introduction to Packet Tracer course to download the latest version of Packet Tracer.

Community

Collaborate and compete within Packet Tracer
Share network designs for feedback
Share network designs on Packet Tracer Tuesday with our Facebook community of global students

Get Started

Enroll, download, and get started learning valuable tips and best practices for using Packet Tracer with our brief introductory course, available for desktop or mobile.