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CLI labs, quizzes, study guides, and interview prep — everything you need for CCNA, CCNP, and real-world networking. No separate subscription required.

Other CLI simulators charge $100+/year. NetPilot includes everything for $49 — once.

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126 Labs · 15 CLI Modes · Sandbox Mode

Cisco CLI Simulator

Practice real Cisco IOS commands in an interactive terminal with guided labs, a running configuration engine, and a free-form sandbox. No hardware required.

Step-by-Step Labs

126 guided exercises with clear objectives, per-step hints, progress tracking, and completion feedback. Each lab validates your commands in real time.

Sandbox Mode

Free-form CLI exploration with no restrictions. Experiment with any command, explore all 15 modes, and build confidence at your own pace. Always free.

Real Cisco Syntax

Supports prefix abbreviations (sh ip ro = show ip route), case-insensitive input, and flexible interface names like real IOS.

Dynamic Show Commands

25+ show commands build output from live router state — show running-config reflects your actual changes, not a static template.

Tab Completion & Help

Tab autocompletes commands, ? shows context-sensitive help, and arrow keys navigate command history — just like a real console.

Running Config Engine

Maintains live state for interfaces, routes, ACLs, DHCP pools, NAT, and more. Your configuration changes persist across commands within each session.

13 Lab Categories

Free Practice 4 labs
Routing Fundamentals 4
NAT & ACLs 7
Security 11
Services 8
Switching 10
Redundancy & HA 7
Advanced Routing 10
WAN & VPN 8
IPv6 8
QoS 8
Network Management 8
Advanced Topics 10
Troubleshooting 8

4 free labs + sandbox included in Lite. Pro unlocks all 122 additional labs across 13 categories.


500 Questions · 8 Categories

Network Quiz

Test your networking knowledge with 500 multiple-choice questions covering CCNA and CCNP topics. Every question includes a detailed explanation and a strategic hint.

Two Study Modes

  • Study Mode — See the correct answer and full explanation immediately after each question. Learn as you go.
  • Exam Mode — Answer all questions first, then review your results. Optional timer for realistic exam pressure.

Features

  • ✓ Customizable quiz length (1-200)
  • ✓ Difficulty ratings per question
  • ✓ Shuffle mode (Pro)
  • ✓ Timed exams (Pro)
  • ✓ Flag questions for review
  • ✓ Visual navigation grid
  • ✓ Hints on every question
  • ✓ Score tracking & history

8 Question Categories

65
Networking Fundamentals
70
Routing & Switching
60
Network Security
55
Wireless Networking
55
Cloud & Virtualization
65
Troubleshooting & Tools
60
Design & Architecture
70
Protocols & Services

1 free category in Lite (Networking Fundamentals, 65 questions). Pro unlocks all 500 across 8 categories + timed exams + shuffle.


49 Topics · 6 Categories · 150+ Acronyms

NetPilot Academy

A built-in documentation browser covering networking from Layer 1 physical through enterprise routing, security, and automation. Every topic is structured with clear sections, practical examples, and real-world context. Includes a 150+ entry acronym glossary.

6 Topic Categories

  • OSI & Layers — 8 topics (OSI Model, Physical, Data Link, Network, Transport, Session, Presentation, Application)
  • Protocols & Addressing — 8 topics (IPv4, IPv6, ARP, Switching, Routing, NAT/PAT, DNS, DHCP)
  • Advanced Topics — 8 topics (TCP/IP, Security, Wireless, Troubleshooting, Cloud, Topologies)
  • Switching & VLANs — 8 topics (VLANs, STP, RSTP, EtherChannel, Port Security, Private VLANs)
  • Routing Protocols — 8 topics (OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, Redistribution, HSRP/VRRP/GLBP, VRF, GRE/DMVPN)
  • Infrastructure Services — 8 topics (ACLs, QoS, IP SLA, WAN/MPLS, Automation, Route Filtering, IPv6 Migration)

First 3 categories free in Lite (~24 topics). Pro unlocks all 49 topics + acronym glossary.


200 Q&As · 8 Categories

Interview Questions

Prepare for networking job interviews with 200 in-depth Q&A pairs written at a senior engineer level. Each answer runs 200-400 words with practical examples, real-world context, and the reasoning behind each concept — not just textbook definitions.

8 Categories

✓ Networking Fundamentals
✓ Routing & Switching
✓ Network Security
✓ Wireless Networking
✓ Cloud & Virtualization
✓ Troubleshooting & Tools
✓ Design & Architecture
✓ Protocols & Services

Pro unlocks all 200 Q&As across 8 categories. All categories locked in Lite.


Pro Only

Configuration Examples

Ready-to-use configuration templates for Cisco IOS/IOS-XE, Juniper JunOS, and MikroTik RouterOS. Copy, adapt, and deploy — no more building configs from scratch. Every template includes annotations explaining what each section does.

  • ✓ Cisco IOS & IOS-XE configuration templates
  • ✓ Juniper JunOS examples
  • ✓ MikroTik RouterOS examples
  • ✓ Copy-paste ready with inline annotations

How NetPilot Compares

Everything you need in one app, at a fraction of the cost.

Feature NetPilot Pro Boson NetSim Packet Tracer
Price $49 once $100+/year Free (limited)
CLI Labs 126 ~100 Varies
Quiz Questions 500
Study Guide / Docs 49 topics
Interview Prep 200 Q&As
Sandbox Mode
Network Diagnostic Tools 39 tools Limited
Lifetime Updates Annual renewal
Works Offline

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the CLI Simulator a full replacement for Boson NetSim?
NetPilot's CLI Simulator covers 126 labs across 13 categories with real Cisco IOS syntax, 15 CLI modes, tab completion, and a running configuration engine. It is designed for CCNA and CCNP study. For focused CLI practice at a fraction of the cost, it is an excellent alternative. However, Boson's simulator includes graded exam simulations specific to Cisco certification exams, which NetPilot does not replicate.
What Cisco IOS commands are supported?
The simulator supports 100+ command patterns including show commands (show running-config, show ip route, show interfaces, show vlan brief, and 20+ more), interface configuration, routing protocols (OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, RIP), VLANs, ACLs, NAT, DHCP, SSH/security, QoS, VRF, IPv6, and more. It supports Cisco-style prefix abbreviations, so "sh ip ro" works the same as "show ip route".
Can I use NetPilot for CCNA or CCNP study?
Yes. The learning tools are aligned with CCNA and CCNP topics. The Academy covers 49 topics from OSI fundamentals through enterprise routing and automation. The Quiz includes 500 certification-style questions with detailed explanations. The CLI Simulator provides hands-on practice with the exact commands you will encounter on the exams.
How many labs can I try for free?
NetPilot Lite includes 4 free CLI labs (Basic Navigation, Show Commands, Interface Configuration, and VLAN Basics) plus unrestricted Sandbox Mode for free-form practice. You also get 65 quiz questions (Networking Fundamentals), 24 Academy topics, and one category of Interview Questions at no cost.
Do quiz questions include explanations?
Every question includes a detailed explanation of why the correct answer is right, plus a strategic hint. In Study Mode, you see the explanation immediately after answering. In Exam Mode, you can review all explanations after submitting your exam. Questions also include difficulty ratings from 1-3.
Does the Academy work offline?
Yes. All learning content — Academy topics, CLI labs, quiz questions, and interview Q&As — is bundled with the application and works completely offline. No internet connection is needed after installation, making it suitable for lab environments and air-gapped networks.
How detailed are the interview answers?
Each answer is 200-400 words written at a senior network engineer level. Answers cover the "what," "why," and "how" with practical examples and enterprise context — not just textbook definitions. They are structured the way an experienced engineer would explain concepts in a real interview.

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