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Cisco Crosswork NSO is a premier orchestration tool for hybrid networks. As a Linux-based application, it allows detailed control of network devices and can manage the configuration of both physical and virtual networks. It automates lifecycle services to help you create and deliver quality services more quickly.
History and Background
A quick look at NSO and how it fits into the Cisco Crosswork suite:
- :clock: Origin: NSO began its journey as Network Control System (NCS) to simplify network management. Since its accretion by Cisco, NSO has grown into a powerful tool, supporting thousands of devices and automating complex services like 5G and VPNs for companies worldwide.
- :puzzle: Crosswork: In 2018, Cisco launched Crosswork, a broader platform to make networks smarter and self-managing. Crosswork uses NSO as its core engine to handle network setup tasks, but it adds tools for monitoring, analyzing, and fixing issues automatically.
- :link-simple: How NSO and Crosswork Mesh: NSO is the “doer” in Crosswork, following instructions to configure devices. Crosswork builds on NSO by adding real-time insights and auto-fixes, making networks faster and more reliable. NSO can work alone for specific automation tasks, but with Crosswork, it’s part of a bigger, smarter system.
- 🚀 Why It Matters: NSO and Crosswork make network management easier, saving time and reducing errors. Whether you’re new to automation or managing a huge network, NSO’s flexibility and Crosswork’s intelligence have you covered!
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| NSO Basics | Learn the fundamentals of Cisco NSO. | nso-basics.png | Broken link |
| Learning Paths | Explore various paths to learning NSO. | learning-paths.png | Broken link |
| Quick Start | Get up and running with NSO quickly (evaluation only). | quick-start.png | Broken link |
| User Guides | Official NSO documentation guides. | user-guides.png | https://cisco-tailf.gitbook.io/nso-docs/guides |
| Developer Reference | NSO APIs and interfaces reference. | developer-reference.png | https://nso-docs.cisco.com/guides/developer-reference/pyapi |
| NSO Resources | Platform tools, best practices, blogs, and more. | nso-resources.png | https://cisco-tailf.gitbook.io/nso-docs/resources |
Integrate Cisco Crosswork NSO to boost network operations by automating services, reducing manual errors, and speeding up delivery. Discover more in:
- Common Use Cases for NSO
- FAQs on NSO