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Run ns2 on windows using docker
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Run ns2 on windows:

  • Install docker for windows.
  • Log out / Log in.
  • Open "Docker Desktop" from Start menu. (Notice Icon in taskbar)
  • Restart if docker asks you to do it.
  • Install VcXsrv.
  • Open "XLaunch" from Start menu.

Check the "Disable access control" checkbox.

  • Open "PowerShell" from Start menu.
  • Ensure docker info runs successfully.
  • Run docker run -it -e DISPLAY=host.docker.internal:0 -v ${PWD}:/mnt -w ${PWD} ekiourk/ns2 bash
  • Enter your password when asked for it. If your user account don't have a password, set one first.
  • Wait for download...
  • You'll be dropped in a shell where ns, nam and xgraph should work.
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