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In general, since OpenSwitch is based on Linux Debian distribution with an unmodified kernel, any Debian binary application can be installed and executed on OpenSwitch devices.
Hardware Simulation
OPX software supports hardware virtualization (or simulation). Software simulation of basic hardware functionality is also provided (simulated simulation specific SAI and SDI components), and the higher layer software functionality can be developed and tested on generic PC/server hardware. OPX hardware simulation can be executed under Virtual Box, GNS3 / QEmu etc.
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