Cisco Packet Tracer
Cisco Packet Tracer is a network simulation and visualization software developed by Cisco Systems for educational purposes. It allows students and networking professionals to create virtual network topologies, configure Cisco devices like routers and switches, and simulate network protocols and behaviors in a safe environment. The software is widely used in Cisco Networking Academy courses and CCNA certification preparation. Users can drag and drop network devices, connect them with various cable types, and practice configuration commands without needing physical hardware.
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1 suggestionCisco Packet Tracer currently runs on Apple Silicon Macs only through Rosetta 2 translation - there is no native Apple Silicon version available yet. The app appears to be actively maintained by Cisco with recent versions like 8.2.2, so users should continue using it via Rosetta 2 while waiting for Cisco to release a native Apple Silicon version. Some users report needing to manually force the app to run through Rosetta 2 on M1/M2 Macs, but it does function properly once configured. Given that this is Cisco's official educational tool with no direct equivalent alternatives, your best option is to keep the current version and monitor Cisco's releases for native Apple Silicon support.
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