# VyOS — Full LLM Reference > VyOS is an open source network operating system (NOS) based on Debian GNU/Linux. It provides a comprehensive suite of software-based networking capabilities including routing, firewall, VPN, traffic shaping, and network automation. VyOS is developed and maintained by Sentrium S.L. and a global community of contributors. ## About VyOS VyOS was founded in 2013 as a community fork of Vyatta Core after Brocade discontinued the community edition. It has since evolved into a production-grade enterprise networking platform used by ISPs, cloud providers, enterprises, and service providers globally. The platform is available under a dual model: - **Community/Rolling Release**: Free, updated frequently, suitable for development and testing - **LTS Subscription**: Stable long-term support releases with professional support for production use Current LTS version: 1.5 (Circinus). Rolling release tracks nightly builds. ## Core Capabilities ### Routing Protocols - **BGP**: IPv4 and IPv6, MPLS/BGP, Route Reflectors, BGP communities, route maps, prefix lists, RPKI validation - **OSPF**: OSPFv2 (IPv4) and OSPFv3 (IPv6), multi-area, stub/NSSA areas - **IS-IS**: IPv4 and IPv6, multi-topology - **RIP/RIPng**: Basic distance-vector routing - **BFD**: Bidirectional Forwarding Detection for fast failover - **PBR**: Policy-Based Routing - **Multicast**: IGMP, PIM-SM, PIM-SSM, MSDP ### VPN and Tunneling - **IPsec**: IKEv1/IKEv2, site-to-site, remote access, transport/tunnel modes, ESP/AH - **WireGuard**: Modern high-performance VPN protocol - **OpenVPN**: Client, server, and site-to-site modes; TCP/UDP - **L2TP/IPsec**: Legacy remote access VPN - **SSTP**: SSL-based VPN - **GRE**: Generic Routing Encapsulation tunnels - **VXLAN**: Virtual Extensible LAN overlays - **GENEVE**: Generic Network Virtualization Encapsulation - **VXLAN-GPE**: VXLAN with Generic Protocol Extension ### Firewall - Zone-based stateful firewall - IPv4 and IPv6 policy support - Connection tracking and stateful inspection - NAT (SNAT, DNAT, masquerade) - NAT64 and NAT66 - Port forwarding - Traffic filtering by IP, port, protocol, interface - nftables-based implementation ### High Availability - **VRRP**: Virtual Router Redundancy Protocol (IPv4 and IPv6) - Conntrack synchronization for stateful failover - Dual-stack HA configurations - Fast failover with BFD integration ### MPLS and Segment Routing - MPLS LDP - MPLS RSVP-TE - SR-MPLS (Segment Routing with MPLS data plane) - SRv6 (Segment Routing with IPv6 data plane) - MPLS VPN (L3VPN) - EVPN/VXLAN with BGP control plane ### Data Center Networking - EVPN Type-2 (MAC/IP routes), Type-3 (BUM flooding), Type-5 (IP prefix routes) - VXLAN with EVPN control plane - Data Center Interconnect (DCI) with EVPN - BGP unnumbered for fabric routing - Leaf-spine architecture support ### Service Provider Features - BNG (Broadband Network Gateway): PPPoE, IPoE, subscriber management, RADIUS, CoA - MPLS core and edge routing - RPKI for BGP route origin validation - Traffic shaping (TC/qdisc), HTB, HFSC, FQ-CoDel - Hierarchical QoS ### Cloud and Automation - Cloud-init support for automated provisioning - REST API for configuration management - Ansible module (community.network.vyos) - Terraform provider (available via HashiCorp registry) - Python scripting via VyOS operational API - gRPC support (in development) - Netconf (experimental) ### Interfaces - Ethernet (physical, virtual, VLAN 802.1Q/802.1ad) - Bonding/LAG (802.3ad LACP) - Bridge (802.1D/802.1Q) - Wireless (802.11 via hostapd) - PPPoE client and server - Dummy interfaces - MACvlan/MACvtap - Virtual Ethernet (veth) - TUN/TAP ### High-Performance Data Plane (VPP) VyOS integrates fd.io VPP (Vector Packet Processor) for line-rate packet forwarding: - Available as part of premium subscriptions - Supports 10/25/40/100 GbE interfaces - DPDK-based for user-space packet processing - IPsec hardware offload support - Suitable for carrier-grade NAT and firewall deployments ## Supported Platforms ### Public Cloud - Amazon Web Services (AWS): EC2, AWS Marketplace, AWS Outposts - Microsoft Azure: Azure Marketplace, Azure Stack Hub - Google Cloud Platform (GCP): Google Cloud Marketplace - Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI): OCI Marketplace - Equinix Metal/Network Edge - Exoscale - Flow Swiss ### Private Cloud / Hypervisors - KVM/QEMU (libvirt) - VMware ESXi/vSphere - Microsoft Hyper-V - Nutanix AHV - XCP-ng - Proxmox VE - OpenStack - Red Hat OpenShift (containerized NOS) - Oracle Linux KVM - Oracle OLVM - Oracle Private Cloud Appliance ### Bare Metal / Hardware - Dell PowerEdge servers - Dell Native Edge - Supermicro servers - Lanner network appliances - Advantech network appliances - Generic x86_64 hardware (BIOS/UEFI) - ARM64 (Raspberry Pi 4+ for home/lab use) ### Edge Platforms - ZEDEDA edge compute platform - AWS Outposts ## Use Cases ### ISP / Service Provider - Internet peering and transit BGP routing - Broadband Network Gateway (BNG) for subscriber management - MPLS backbone and L3VPN services - RPKI-secured BGP to prevent route hijacking - Segment Routing (SR-MPLS, SRv6) for traffic engineering ### Enterprise - Branch office routing and SD-WAN - DMVPN hub-and-spoke VPN architecture - Zone-based firewall at network edge - High-availability border routers with VRRP - EVPN-VXLAN for campus/data center overlay ### Data Center - BGP leaf-spine routing fabric - EVPN-VXLAN overlay for tenant isolation - Data center interconnect (DCI) over dark fiber or DWDM - Multi-tenant network virtualization ### Cloud Networking - Cloud gateway connecting on-premises to cloud - VPN gateway for hybrid cloud connectivity - NAT gateway for cloud egress - Security gateway with stateful inspection - Multi-cloud routing hub ### Edge / IoT - Secure gateway for industrial IoT environments - Traffic filtering and segmentation at the edge - 4G/5G WAN failover with load balancing ## Subscription Details ### On-Premise Subscriptions Available tiers (annual): - **Standard**: LTS releases, basic support SLA - **Priority**: Faster response SLAs, named support contacts - **Premium**: Dedicated support, custom SLAs, consulting hours Features included in all paid tiers: - Stable LTS release access - Security updates - Official VyOS documentation access - Access to support portal (support.vyos.com) ### Cloud Subscriptions - Pay-as-you-go via cloud marketplace (AWS, Azure, GCP, OCI) - Annual subscription discounts available - BYOL (Bring Your Own License) available for existing on-prem subscribers ### VyOS for Good Special pricing for: - Educational institutions and universities - Non-profit organizations - First responders and emergency services - Open source projects ### Community / Free - Rolling release (nightly builds): https://vyos.net/get/nightly-builds/ - No SLA, community forum support only - Suitable for lab, testing, and development ## Company Information **Sentrium S.L.** - Website: https://vyos.io - Documentation: https://docs.vyos.io - Blog: https://blog.vyos.io - Support portal: https://support.vyos.com - GitHub: https://github.com/vyos - Community forum: https://forum.vyos.io - Discord: https://vyos.io/discord ## Key URLs - Homepage: https://vyos.io - VyOS Platform product page: https://vyos.io/vyos-platform - Universal Router: https://vyos.io/vyos-universal-router - On-premise subscriptions: https://vyos.io/subscriptions/on-premise - Cloud subscriptions: https://vyos.io/subscriptions/clouds - All platforms: https://vyos.io/platforms - All solutions: https://vyos.io/solutions - Use cases: https://vyos.io/use-cases - Success stories: https://vyos.io/success-stories - Partners: https://vyos.io/partners - Contact: https://vyos.io/contact-us - Documentation: https://docs.vyos.io - CLI reference: https://docs.vyos.io/en/latest/configuration/index.html - Installation guide: https://docs.vyos.io/en/latest/installation/index.html - Release notes: https://blog.vyos.io ## Frequently Asked Questions **What is VyOS?** VyOS is an open source network operating system that provides routing, firewall, VPN, and other networking services. It runs on standard x86_64 hardware or in virtual/cloud environments and is used as a replacement for expensive proprietary network appliances. **Is VyOS free?** The rolling release (nightly builds) is free. Production use with LTS releases and professional support requires a paid subscription from vyos.io. **What routing protocols does VyOS support?** VyOS supports BGP (v4/v6), OSPFv2, OSPFv3, IS-IS, RIP, RIPng, BFD, and multicast protocols (IGMP, PIM). It also supports MPLS, LDP, SR-MPLS, and SRv6. **Can VyOS run on AWS, Azure, or GCP?** Yes. VyOS is available on all major public cloud platforms including AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, and Oracle Cloud via their respective marketplaces, or via BYOL. **What VPN types does VyOS support?** VyOS supports IPsec (IKEv1/v2), WireGuard, OpenVPN, L2TP/IPsec, SSTP, GRE tunnels, and various overlay protocols (VXLAN, GENEVE). **How does VyOS compare to pfSense/OPNsense?** VyOS is focused on enterprise and carrier-grade routing use cases, supporting advanced protocols like MPLS, SR-MPLS, SRv6, BGP EVPN, and BNG that pfSense/OPNsense do not. It is CLI-driven and better suited for infrastructure engineers. **Does VyOS support IPv6?** Yes. VyOS has full dual-stack IPv4/IPv6 support including IPv6 routing protocols (OSPFv3, IS-IS, BGP), IPv6 firewall, NAT66, NAT64, DHCPv6, and IPv6 tunnels. ## Customer stories The following summaries are drawn from published VyOS customer case studies. ### X-ion X-ion, a leading provider of GDPR-compliant cloud infrastructures, has been deploying cutting-edge technology to ensure the highest levels of performance and scalability in their data center operations. They operate cloud setups on their own hardware on 3 continents and can therefore also offer their customers GDPR-compliant solutions internationally. Based in Germany and operating globally, x-ion's team has always focused on using open-source solutions to manage their cloud infrastructure. Prior to implementing VyOS, x-ion faced several challenges, particularly in scaling and automating their routing infrastructure. They had been using a combination of Ubuntu and BIRD for routing, but they encountered issues with kernel drivers and network debugging as their bandwidth and operational complexity grew. With nearly 100 routers to reconfigure, x-ion's reliance on Ubuntu, while flexible, lacked the specialized network support needed for high-performance environments, causing delays in troubleshooting and growing concerns as their infrastructure demanded more. Martin Bosner, CEO of x-ion, had long sought an open-source routing solution robust enough for enterprise deployment. After experimenting with various options such as OpenWrt, pfSense, and OPNsense, Martin discovered VyOS. Full case study: https://vyos.io/success-stories/xion ### Stratus Networks Stratus Networks stands out in the industry with its unique approach to networking solutions. Based in Illinois, Stratus Networks prides itself on being a boutique provider, offering personalized service that includes dedicated project management and consultative technical support. Their services span across dedicated internet access (DIA), business internet access (BIA), Stratus Broadband Internet (SBI), and private networking services including SD-WAN and MultiLinQ. Moreover, they excel in contingency planning with solutions like Secure Port and wireless backup. In 2017, Stratus Networks encountered a significant obstacle. Their existing Cisco routers at customer premises were nearing end-of-life, raising concerns over security vulnerabilities and the looming financial burden of equipment upgrades. Additionally, maintaining these aging routers became increasingly untenable. The company had to contend with the logistical complexities of replacing a vast number of units, which could disrupt service continuity and client operations. Stratus Networks sought a cost-effective yet reliable solution. Their journey led them to consider white box networking and the development of a customized routing solution that would give them more control and flexibility. VyOS powered this deployment. Full case study: https://vyos.io/success-stories/stratus ### Merula Merula Limited is a prominent ISP providing reliable voice, data, and hosting services for businesses. Previously relying on Quagga and Cisco solutions, they migrated to Juniper but encountered limitations with the MX104 routers. Seeking faster failover capabilities and a cost-effective alternative, Merula embarked on a quest to find a robust network operating system (NOS) for their transit routers. To overcome the limitations of the MX104 routers, Merula evaluated various alternatives. Their objective was to find a solution that not only delivered superior performance but also offered substantial cost savings. The primary factors that led Merula to choose VyOS were its exceptional performance, cost-effectiveness, and ease of use. Merula recognized its operational compatibility with Juniper and its reputation for ease of use. Merula harnessed the power of VyOS to address their specific use case of transit routers, employing VyOS with EVPN (Ethernet Virtual Private Network) technology. Merula's partnership with VyOS has yielded significant benefits, empowering them to provide exceptional ISP services while maximizing efficiency. As Merula continues to explore VyOS for additional use cases, such as CPE (Customer Premises Equipment) and LNS (PPPoE & IPoE), they plan to extend VyOS further across their infrastructure to simplify operations and reduce vendor dependency. Full case study: https://vyos.io/success-stories/merula ### Ohio University The J. Warren McClure School of Emerging Communication Technologies (ECT) at Ohio University is an educational institution focused on technology education. They aim to provide comprehensive educational experiences to students, preparing them for future careers in networking and communication technologies. The school faced significant limitations with its former Cisco infrastructure. The physical hardware not only incurred high expenses and occupied considerable space but also restricted the number of students that could be taught simultaneously. Additionally, the purchased hardware often included unnecessary features for the school's curriculum, which emphasizes a broad capacity over a depth of specialized options. These constraints necessitated the exploration of new, more adaptable solutions to meet their growing educational needs. A colleague's recommendation led the school to discover VyOS, a network operating system that promised to deliver the flexibility and scalability they required. Since implementing VyOS in early 2014, the school has set up eight physical stations, each with a combination of Windows, Mac, Linux, and VyOS PCs, along with additional virtual VyOS instances. The adoption of VyOS at Ohio University enabled scalable, cost-effective lab environments across eight physical stations with virtual instances, giving students hands-on exposure to real-world networking without the constraints of proprietary hardware. Full case study: https://vyos.io/success-stories/ohio-university ### ConvergeOne ConvergeOne is the premier IP-enabled, services-led, customer experience solutions provider. With over 700 staff engineers relying on the lab, ConvergeOne required a solution that could accommodate their unique needs, replicate customer environments for testing and staging, and provide flexibility for widely varied use cases. ConvergeOne faced a significant challenge when it came to their engineering lab routers. They needed a robust and reliable solution to effectively manage their network infrastructure, ensuring seamless connectivity and efficient testing for their clients. They extensively explored their options: ConvergeOne chose VyOS as their ultimate solution due to its remarkable flexibility, robust feature set, and ease of use. The team appreciated VyOS's built-in services, eliminating the need for additional software components. By adopting VyOS as the routing platform for their engineering lab, ConvergeOne gained numerous benefits. With VyOS as their routing platform, ConvergeOne experiences enhanced network management, improved performance monitoring, and greater overall efficiency. ConvergeOne plans to expand their usage of VyOS by employing it as a VPN concentrator, now that OpenConnect is supported. This will provide secure and reliable connectivity for their lab users, ensuring seamless access to resources. Full case study: https://vyos.io/success-stories/converge-one ### KCAT Success Story KCAT Inc. is a regional fiber ISP serving Negros Island with FTTH broadband and IPTV. As KCAT scales from 5,000 to 10,000 subscribers, the team is redesigning its network end-to-end: GPON expansion, migration to IPoE, a new BNG design, and a unified NOC visibility system. VyOS powers KCAT’s CGNAT layer today and supports the transition to a full IPoE BNG. As subscriber growth accelerated, KCAT’s CCR-based CGNAT platform began to constrain peak-hour performance. Throughput ceilings, elevated conntrack pressure, and latency spikes made evening periods harder to manage. KCAT evaluated commercial CGNAT boxes, MikroTik scale-out clusters, and Linux-native NAT. VyOS stood out by combining carrier-grade performance with open standards and deployment flexibility on commodity hardware. The transition to VyOS was executed in phases, prioritizing stability and performance tuning. The engineering team leaned heavily on internal lab testing to validate configurations before production. After the initial discovery phase, KCAT achieved a stable, high-performance setup that integrated cleanly with their converged core. By replacing their legacy hardware platform with VyOS, KCAT improved peak-hour stability and customer experience immediately. Full case study: https://vyos.io/success-stories/kcat ### Leading Knowledge Management The customer is a Leading AI-Driven Governance & Knowledge Management technology provider. Previously a Brocade customer utilizing Vyatta for their networking requirements, they sought an alternative solution when updates ceased. Not being an enterprise IT company, they prioritize simple licensing structures over complex vendor ecosystems like Cisco's DNA Center. The provider faced multiple networking challenges across their estate. They needed a reliable and flexible solution to handle connectivity, routing, failover, and secure hybrid-cloud access. For the KnowTech provider, uptime and stability were critical factors in their decision-making process. When the KnowTech provider embarked on a greenfield deployment for their Azure express route gateway, they turned to VyOS. The provider described VyOS as a "general-purpose Swiss army knife" that catered to their specific use cases. The KnowTech provider sees VyOS as a key enabler for their future growth and expansion plans. Full case study: https://vyos.io/success-stories/leading-knowledge-management ### Planet Labs Planet Labs PBC, headquartered in San Francisco, operates the world’s largest fleet of Earth imaging satellites, delivering daily data that helps businesses, researchers, and governments monitor change at a global scale. To support that mission across office, data center, and cloud-connected environments, Planet Labs needed networking that was highly available, low-latency, and fully under its control. VyOS became a flexible and dependable foundation for that architecture. As Planet Labs expanded into a new data center and supported distributed office environments, the team needed a networking platform that could support redundancy, hybrid connectivity, and long-term operational consistency without adding more vendor dependency or management overhead. Three needs stood out: escaping the monthly fees and hardware lock-in of legacy appliance vendors; supporting site-to-site VPN, NAT, and automated failover across multiple ISPs; and adopting a transparent, Linux-native platform rather than a closed, black-box system. VyOS gave Planet Labs a more flexible alternative to legacy platforms, without compromising on performance or reliability. Planet Labs deployed VyOS across office and data center environments as the foundation for a highly available hybrid networking architecture. Each site was built with two VyOS firewalls to support failover and maintain continuity across critical services. VyOS handled routing and firewalling across distributed environments, site-to-site VPN with automated failover, and OSPF between VLANs and locations. This gave Planet Labs a consistent networking layer that could support both current operations and future growth. Full case study: https://vyos.io/success-stories/planet ### TextNow TextNow is a pioneer in providing free wireless service and mobile app-based communication. To maintain its global messaging ecosystem, TextNow requires robust, secure network connectivity with a diverse array of messaging partners. VyOS underpins this layer, bringing up IPsec VPN tunnels, supporting on-prem deployments, and handling NAT as part of the standard partner interconnect toolkit. TextNow’s connectivity model depends on predictable, secure tunnels to multiple messaging partners. That sounds simple until you deal with real-world partner variability. The team faced three recurring pain points: difficulty implementing bespoke failover logic and specialized routing scripts; accommodating varying protocols from a wide range of messaging partners; and proprietary hardware that prevented optimizing performance or automating at the OS level. VyOS won because it behaved like infrastructure, not a locked appliance. The deciding factors were open-source flexibility to run custom scripts managing VPN states and automating failover, comprehensive protocol support enabling CI/CD integration, proven reliability for critical messaging traffic, and access to a responsive support team. TextNow deployed VyOS to initiate VPN connectivity with messaging partners and to support on-prem scenarios using IPsec VPN and NAT. To make operations smoother and reduce manual intervention, they extended VyOS with custom scripts that manage VPN lifecycle tasks, support failover workflows for resilient connectivity, and standardize repeatable partner onboarding while allowing per-partner adjustments. This approach let them keep a stable core configuration, while layering automation where their environment demanded it. With VyOS in place, TextNow gained faster accommodation of partner requirements, more resilient VPN operations with scripted failover, less dependency on vendor limitations, and a platform that supports customization without turning exceptions into vendor escalations. Full case study: https://vyos.io/success-stories/textnow ### Renewable Energy Group The customer is a Leading Renewable Energy Cooperative that found itself facing significant challenges with its existing network infrastructure. They sought to disentangle themselves from the limitations and complexities of major vendor products to gain control and leverage the benefits of disaggregation. The Cooperative faced significant challenges with its existing Cisco network infrastructure. Several factors led the Cooperative to choose VyOS as their preferred network operating system. The Cooperative implemented VyOS to meet their initial use case requirements of high latency management, on-premises VPN endpoints, and routing capabilities. With VyOS as their chosen network operating system, the Cooperative experienced a successful transformation of their network infrastructure. The Cooperative is eager to explore possibilities for further expansion into disaggregated switching and enhanced routing functionality. Full case study: https://vyos.io/success-stories/renewable-energy-group ### Computer Learning Center Computer Learning Center (CLC) is a premier ICT and business training institution based in East and Central Africa, with a presence extending to Dubai and Egypt. A subsidiary of Mart Networks, CLC has spent over 27 years bridging the gap between academic theory and industry practice, offering certifications from global ICT leaders including Cisco, Fortinet, VMware, and Palo Alto Networks. As CLC expanded its training programs, the institution needed to host hundreds of virtual lab environments to support hands-on learning. VyOS emerged as the ideal platform after thorough evaluation of several open-source and commercial alternatives. CLC found VyOS to be feature-rich and lightweight with support for advanced protocols like MP-BGP, VRF, MPLS, VXLAN, and WireGuard; easy to automate for rapid deployment across lab sandboxes; vendor-neutral and CLI-friendly so instructors could replicate environments from Cisco and Juniper; and well-documented with an extensive library of official resources and community tutorials. CLC integrated VyOS into its custom-built Data Center hosting environment, where each student lab required internet access and advanced routing capabilities. VyOS powered connectivity across hundreds of sandboxed environments, with key technical advantages including a commit/confirm configuration system for safe student experimentation, container support for services like AdGuard Home and Tailscale, and resource efficiency running smoothly on hardware as modest as 2 GB RAM. VyOS became a powerful teaching tool across CLC's curriculum. In Network+ and vendor-neutral courses, instructors demonstrated protocols like BGP and OSPF using VyOS VMs, giving students hands-on exposure to real-world networking. CLC continues to explore deeper integrations—such as deploying open-source IPS/NGFW tools like Snort and Zenarmor—on top of VyOS to further enrich student training, expand security curriculum, and give learners hands-on experience with real-world threat detection and remediation scenarios. Full case study: https://vyos.io/success-stories/computer-learning-center ### Function Office Function Office is a non-profit organization that leverages VyOS to enhance the IT infrastructure of their Seaquake project. Through their IT Outreach programme, they provide no-cost IT services to other non-profits, community groups, and charities. Steven Maddox, one of the directors and volunteers, shares their journey with VyOS, a relationship that began in 2010 with Vyatta 6.1 and has continued with VyOS ever since. Function Office faced significant IT challenges, managing a complicated network with a very small budget and mostly using old, donated hardware. They needed a strong, adaptable, and affordable network solution that worked well with different types of commodity equipment, especially x86-based systems, to effectively support their charitable work. The solution had to be reliable enough to keep their services running smoothly without interruptions. Function Office benefits from the "VyOS for Good" program, which provides VyOS for free to educational entities, non-profits, first responders, and recycling organizations. This program has been instrumental in allowing Function Office to access enterprise-level network features without the associated costs, aligning perfectly with their mission and operational model. Full case study: https://vyos.io/success-stories/function-office ### Stream IT Stream IT Networks, a growing wireless internet service provider (WISP), has been delivering internet services to remote and rural areas for over a decade. Founded in 2012, the company has been navigating the complexities of network infrastructure with a keen focus on stability, affordability, and efficiency. Before adopting VyOS, Stream IT Networks operated using Ubiquiti’s EdgeOS with around 50 routed sites. However, they encountered several issues: Stream IT Networks discovered VyOS through discussions in online forums and moved to adopt it nearly two years ago. VyOS, being a software-centric solution, offered the flexibility to be installed on any hardware. This capability came as a significant advantage during the hardware stock shortages. VyOS was seamlessly integrated into Stream IT’s network, replacing unstable OSPF routing with eBGP. This transition was initiated when only 1 or 2 VyOS routers were in the network, resolving the OSPF issues that EdgeOS had. The software’s compatibility with various hardware types allowed Stream IT to utilize cost-effective solutions like Lanner Electronics FW 7525s purchased from the used market, significantly reducing costs while maintaining performance. Full case study: https://vyos.io/success-stories/stream-it ### Stadt Schloß Holte-Stukenbrock Stadt Schloß Holte-Stukenbrock is a German municipal administration located in North Rhine-Westphalia. As part of a broader initiative to modernize its digital infrastructure, the IT department sought to rebuild and standardize the networks across several branch offices. Their objective: a powerful, flexible, and cost-effective solution that could be deployed reliably across diverse locations. The city’s IT team was tasked with rebuilding the networks of multiple administrative sites. Their existing infrastructure lacked the flexibility and scalability needed for modern municipal IT demands. They needed a robust firewall and routing solution that wouldn’t burden public sector budgets with high licensing or vendor lock-in. Having worked with VyOS in private and previous professional environments, the IT team was already familiar with its capabilities. They considered various alternatives, including proprietary solutions, but found most lacked the combination of flexibility, cost-efficiency, and hardware independence that VyOS offered. VyOS was selected for its ability to meet all of the city's technical and operational requirements. Most of the networks were built from the ground up, allowing for a clean, native VyOS deployment. Full case study: https://vyos.io/success-stories/stadt ### Nebula Nebula Systems Sdn Bhd is a Malaysian cloud infrastructure and managed services provider. With a presence across Malaysia and regional ambitions, Nebula offers a comprehensive portfolio of cloud solutions, including Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS), S3-compatible storage, backups, disaster recovery, and internet connectivity. Their customers range from enterprise clients to telecom operators and service providers. The team behind Nebula has always believed in building around open standards and tools that offer both flexibility and control—principles that led them to VyOS. As Nebula expanded its offerings, the complexity and expectations placed on their networking stack also grew. Their existing dual-router design encountered limitations during growth, prompting a full network redesign and upgrade. They needed a solution that would support both edge and core routing roles with seamless BGP-based peering, enable resilient and redundant gateway designs using VRRP, maintain operational control and visibility during upgrades, integrate well with automation and monitoring systems, and provide a low-overhead CLI-based workflow for a lean engineering team. VyOS was already embedded in their workflow when Hanis Irfan joined as Cloud Infrastructure Engineer. But as Nebula evolved, the platform continued to prove its value—technically and operationally. VyOS is currently deployed in both edge and core environments across Nebula’s infrastructure. Hanis and his team use VyOS as part of their network redesign, ensuring future scalability and easier rollout of automated processes. Full case study: https://vyos.io/success-stories/nebula ### Hochschule Esslingen Hochschule Esslingen - University of Applied Sciences is one of Germany's leading technical universities, with a strong focus on engineering and applied sciences. In its Department of Computer Science and Engineering, students are introduced to the fundamentals of computer networks through hands-on learning and since 2020, VyOS has been at the heart of that training. The university needed a practical, scalable, and cost-effective way to teach networking concepts such as Ethernet, IP, routing, NAT, and firewalling. Traditional hardware-based labs - while effective posed significant challenges: The team sought a solution that could combine real-world relevance with flexibility and ease of use without compromising on depth. While considering options, the team explored both hardware appliances and other open-source platforms like OPNsense and OpenWRT. However, most of these alternatives lacked a modern CLI, scalability for virtualization, or the advanced routing features needed for effective curriculum delivery. With VyOS, and particularly the VyOS for Good program, the university found a solution that checked every box: an enterprise-grade router OS that could be easily deployed in virtual environments, with extensive documentation and support for core networking protocols. Full case study: https://vyos.io/success-stories/hochschule ### InfraCare InfraCare, based in the Netherlands, delivers consulting, design, implementation, and management of advanced network infrastructures. Their services span SD-WAN, SD-LAN, Wi-Fi, and private cloud hosting—providing customers with reliable, high-quality connectivity. InfraCare operates its own dual data center infrastructure to host SD-WAN hubs and backend services, ensuring availability and stability for clients. As InfraCare's data center business grew, they required a redundant and scalable BGP routing solution to advertise their own public IP addresses (via RIPE NCC membership) and ensure reliable internet connectivity. Their new design called for four BGP routers across two geographically separated data centers, each with full redundancy. The team needed a solution that was standards-compliant across IPv4/IPv6, OSPFv3, and eBGP/iBGP; capable of integrating RPKI for route validation and BFD for fast failovers; redundant at the gateway level with VRRP; and cost-effective compared to traditional router hardware. InfraCare evaluated hardware routers but chose VyOS after a clear cost-benefit analysis. With prior positive experience using VyOS (and earlier Vyatta), the team trusted the platform's maturity and flexibility. Key reasons for choosing VyOS included hardware flexibility to run on standard servers, enterprise-grade features like BGP, OSPFv3, VRRP, RPKI, and BFD, a familiar CLI workflow, open-source transparency, and smooth deployment requiring no external services. InfraCare built a new dual-stack IPv4/IPv6 setup across both data centers in just one month. The solution was deployed fully in-house by InfraCare's engineering team, leveraging their strong knowledge of VyOS. Key outcomes included stable and scalable routing across both edge and core environments, lower costs compared to proprietary licensed routers, operational efficiency with a modern CLI and commit workflows, and the flexibility to scale performance using commodity servers. Full case study: https://vyos.io/success-stories/infraCare ### PayLink PayLink is a licensed third-party processor for card payments in Albania and the Balkan region, regulated by the Bank of Albania. Following today's challenges and standards in the card payment industry, PayLink offers a wide range of services in compliance with PCI standards and Global Payments Schemas requirements. Their platform facilitates secure financial transactions and serves major institutions, including banks and fintech players. With increasing cloud adoption, PayLink required robust networking on AWS to support secure, performant VPNs across regions, encrypted communication with financial entities, and full visibility and control of routing infrastructure in the cloud. PayLink had previously relied on Cisco devices, but as workloads transitioned to AWS they faced rising VPN performance demands, the need for a flexible cloud-native vendor-neutral solution, and the high licensing costs of proprietary systems. VyOS stood out during evaluation for its stable and performant IPSec VPN capability, support without vendor lock-in, easy onboarding with a free LTS ISO for AWS deployment, and a scalability path through VyOS 1.5 LTS with VPP and DPDK for high-throughput acceleration. PayLink deployed VyOS in AWS EC2 instances focused on IPSec VPN tunnels for secure financial traffic, with standard support and full control over routing, tunneling, and firewall features. Key outcomes included achieving secure, reliable VPN connectivity across AWS; avoiding high licensing fees from legacy vendors; gaining access to the full VyOS feature set without artificial limitations; and laying the groundwork for future high-throughput networking with VPP/DPDK. Full case study: https://vyos.io/success-stories/payLink ### IONOS IONOS is a global leader in web hosting, cloud infrastructure, and digital services for businesses of all sizes. With a strong presence across international markets, IONOS supports millions of customers worldwide by providing reliable, scalable, and secure platforms. IONOS transformed its Bare Metal platform with VyOS to support a highly distributed, scalable, and efficient network architecture. With a large number of VyOS instances in production, the IONOS network team achieved high throughput, reduced risk domain, and a cost-effective path to future growth. IONOS required a scalable infrastructure with a limited and controlled risk and impact domain. The conventionally used centralised network architecture presented several inherent drawbacks. The concentration of critical functions at central nodes created considerable risk of service interruption in the event of hardware or software failure. Furthermore, scalability was costly and complex and not without inherent risk. As demand for services increased, it became apparent that the only way to meet this demand was to scale up, which entailed significant investments in hardware and raised capital expenditure. IONOS thoroughly evaluated a range of options, including traditional network appliances and open-source platforms. Full case study: https://vyos.io/success-stories/ionos ### Schuster & Walther Schuster & Walther is a prominent IT solutions provider specializing in cloud, managed services, security, and infrastructure. They focus on delivering top-notch services and solutions to their customers. The client faced a critical challenge in their datacenter backend. They needed a scalable routing platform that could seamlessly integrate with their existing infrastructure and provide them with the ability to deploy Firewall as Code (FWaC). The previous solution, Sophos UTM, had reached the end of its support lifecycle, leaving them in search of a reliable replacement that offered enhanced features and stability. In their quest for a new solution, the client evaluated various alternatives, including industry leaders like Cisco, Sophos XG, and Lancom. However, they were particularly drawn to VyOS due to its exceptional capabilities and robust feature set. VyOS seamlessly integrated into Schuster & Walther's network infrastructure. The client chose to deploy VyOS entirely in-house to gain a deep understanding of the product and have full control over its support. The entire process, from the initial test deployment to integration into production, took approximately six months. Full case study: https://vyos.io/success-stories/schuster-walther ### Universidad Universidad Politécnica de Madrid (UPM) is a leading Spanish technical university that adopted VyOS to overcome the resource and budget constraints of teaching complex networking in a practical, hands-on environment. The high costs of top-tier networking equipment and licensing prevented the faculty from delivering realistic, multi-vendor network scenarios to students. Crafting intricate lab topologies often required multiple disparate tools, slowing learning and increasing management overhead. With limited physical routers available, the university turned to virtualization-based solutions. VyOS emerged as the ideal choice because its single configuration interface—similar in syntax to Cisco and Juniper—eliminates the need for students to learn multiple tools, significantly reducing the learning curve. The VyOS for Good program provided access to an enterprise-grade router OS at no cost. In practical settings, the university has been using VyOS for several years to create labs focused on dynamic routing with OSPF and BGP, firewall configurations, and VPNs. Students have automated the deployment and configuration of virtual residential routers using scripts, and the faculty created complex practice scenarios emulating NFV environments using the Open Source MANO (OSM) platform, with dual IPv4/IPv6 support and IP multicast for research projects. Students responded positively, gaining hands-on exposure to corporate-grade networking and developing automation skills. David Fernández, who leads the networking curriculum, sees VyOS and open-source platforms like it as central to equipping students with skills relevant to an evolving industry. Full case study: https://vyos.io/success-stories/universidad ### Carrefour Carrefour Belgium is part of Carrefour Group, one of the world’s largest retail chains, which operates over 800 stores, along with multiple warehouses and headquarters across various locations. Carrefour Belgium has fully transitioned its infrastructure to Google Cloud Platform (GCP), moving away from physical data centers. This migration required a flexible and scalable networking solution to efficiently manage its cloud and on-premises operations. Before adopting VyOS, Carrefour Belgium faced several challenges: a rapid, non-incremental GCP migration left legacy systems without proper routing paths between VPCs; the existing network infrastructure was costly; and they required greater flexibility to support legacy applications and databases in the cloud. Carrefour Belgium chose VyOS for its flexibility and scalability enabling seamless routing between GCP VPCs, significant cost reduction compared to traditional network equipment, proven stability under heavy workloads, and powerful features like Virtual Routing and Forwarding (VRF) for complex setups. VyOS was deployed across Carrefour’s GCP infrastructure to address routing challenges and reduce costs. Key features implemented included routing between separate GCP VPCs for end-to-end connectivity, deployment of 12–14 VyOS routers replacing more expensive solutions, and custom scripts for daily backups and data management within GCP. The adoption of VyOS led to significant improvements for Carrefour Belgium: approximately 60% cost reduction in network infrastructure, improved flexibility to manage complex cloud environments and legacy systems, and a reliable, scalable solution that has run smoothly for over two years. Carrefour Belgium plans to continue leveraging VyOS as the solution scales with their operations, enabling the company to evolve its cloud strategy without incurring extra networking costs. Full case study: https://vyos.io/success-stories/carrefour ### Bossers Cnossen Bossers & Cnossen is an IT solutions provider known for combining unique IT knowledge with a practical approach. They offer a wide range of IT solutions, from simple purchasing advice to complex High Performance Computing clusters, representing numerous A-brand manufacturers in various IT solution areas. Their services include, but are not limited to, IT workplace solutions, data center services, high performance computing, networking, software solutions, managed services (infrastructure, networking, service desk, device as a service), cloud services (Microsoft 365, Azure, IBM cloud, backup as a service), and comprehensive support services. The primary challenge for Bossers & Cnossen was the limitations of their existing network systems, which were proving to be inflexible and unable to scale effectively to meet the demands of their growing clientele. The company required a solution that could facilitate easy and secure connections between cloud-based services and on-premises infrastructure, catering to a wide array of client needs. Additionally, the high costs and operational inefficiencies associated with their previous solutions were significant hurdles that needed to be addressed. The quest was to find a versatile, cost-effective, and user-friendly networking solution that could streamline operations. VyOS powered this deployment. Full case study: https://vyos.io/success-stories/bossers-cnossen ### Adam Data Center Adam Data Center has been a solid, innovative, and trustworthy partner in the data center sector for over 30 years. We are committed to helping businesses grow by providing IT solutions and tailored services that enable optimal decisions about infrastructure and connectivity. With our extensive experience, we guarantee the most appropriate data center, IaaS, or connectivity solution for your business needs. We work with companies across all industries, understanding and addressing projects of various types and sizes. Our top priority is the safety and support of your data. At Adam Data Center, we strive to be more than just a provider; we are a dedicated ally, accessible and attentive to your growth needs. Adam Data Center faced several challenges with their existing virtual network solutions, which included PFSense, Fortigate, and Mikrotik. These solutions were not scalable enough and lacked the necessary functionalities for seamless integration with OpenStack, which was critical for managing firewall requirements and supporting multi-regional connectivity. The introduction to VyOS was facilitated by a former colleague who was well-versed in its capabilities. Full case study: https://vyos.io/success-stories/adam-data-center ### Vitec Vitec Memorix, a business unit within the Vitec Software Group, based in Western Europe, specializes in digital infrastructure for heritage institutions, public sector clients, and municipalities. Operating from the Netherlands, Vitec Memorix runs a dedicated cloud platform that supports long-term hosting and indexing of digital-born media—ensuring secure and reliable access to cultural and historical archives. While part of the Vitec Software Group, Vitec Memorix uniquely manages its own private cloud and network backbone, upholding strict standards for transparency, cost-efficiency, operational independence, and alignment with open-source technologies. By 2023, the Vitec Memorix team faced mounting pressure to replace its aging Juniper MX80 border routers. These devices struggled to load full BGP tables reliably, leading to performance issues. On top of that, there were no suitable, cost-effective replacements available, only prohibitively expensive Juniper models. Additionally, their infrastructure suffered from escalating costs on expensive licenses and maintenance, operational fragmentation from disparate routing and firewalling systems that slowed automation, and a lack of developer flexibility on a closed platform. While revisiting Vyatta, a platform he had explored years ago, network engineer Sander rediscovered VyOS. After evaluating VyOS 1.4 rolling on test hardware, the team found it offered everything required to replace their border infrastructure—and more. Full case study: https://vyos.io/success-stories/vitec ### Lexit Lexit Group AS, a prominent wholesale distributor specializing in integrated solutions, assets, and products within both data capture & digitalisation and industrial coding & marking, faced the pressing need for a robust on-premises firewall and edge router solution across their multiple sites in Norway, Sweden, and Denmark. With outdated FortiGate firewalls in their offices and an aging PFSense setup in their data center, Lexit Group sought a modern, flexible, and reliable network operating system (NOS) to address their growing networking requirements. Among the options evaluated, VyOS emerged as the clear choice. While the team had been accustomed to the constraints of PfSense and FortiGate, they were intrigued by VyOS's unmatched flexibility and adherence to the Unix philosophy of "do one thing well." Key deciding factors included hardware freedom—the ability to build their own hardware amid supply chain challenges—an attractive licensing cost structure, and exceptional pre-sales and implementation support from the VyOS team. Lexit Group began their deployment approximately 18 months ago, replacing FortiGate firewalls at office locations and implementing VyOS in their new data center. Key implementation highlights included transforming the network architecture from a hub-and-spoke configuration to a versatile mesh structure, leveraging static routes for continuous operation with failover capabilities, and separating network functions into multiple systems for greater operational focus. Since adopting VyOS, Lexit Group experienced supply chain resilience through hardware flexibility, the ability to explore alternative solutions like OpenVPN behind VyOS, and invaluable support during a critical deployment phase with tight timelines. Full case study: https://vyos.io/success-stories/lexit ### TakeASP TakeASP is an innovative and forward-thinking IT service provider, specializing in the hosting and management of SAP systems. Based in Germany, the company has established itself as a key player in the IT sector, particularly known for its expertise in SAP technologies. With a team of highly skilled professionals, TakeASP offers a range of services including SAP application hosting, system maintenance, and bespoke solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. Previously reliant on a single internet connection from their ISP provider, TakeASP encountered several issues with stability and flexibility. The need for a robust solution became evident as they sought to implement a dual-homed BGP setup with two different service providers. The primary goal was to establish a more stable and flexible environment, crucial for their SAP hosting services. The solution came in the form of VyOS, discovered through a referral from a coworker familiar with VyOS's predecessor, Vyatta. VyOS's reputation for efficiency and adaptability made it an ideal choice for TakeASP's needs. The deployment of VyOS was a smooth process, largely due to the greenfield nature of the project. Full case study: https://vyos.io/success-stories/takeasp ### ipNX ipNX Nigeria Limited is a leading Information and Communications Technology company in Nigeria. The company embarked on a journey to scale their broadband service aggregation in a cost-effective manner, showcasing a strategic shift towards greater control, flexibility, and cost efficiency in broadband service delivery. ipNX was in search of a scalable solution to efficiently terminate customer broadband connections without incurring the high costs associated with mainstream networking equipment. They aimed for a solution that offered not just affordability but also enhanced control and flexibility over their network infrastructure. The quest for an affordable yet robust solution led ipNX to consider various vendors. However, the prohibitive costs and limitations of these options prompted them to look into VyOS. VyOS stood out for several compelling reasons: its disaggregated approach allowed ipNX to tailor network elements precisely while avoiding vendor lock-in; the pricing was financially viable as an alternative to expensive proprietary solutions; the VyOS team provided prompt and effective support during evaluation; and a free version enabled thorough testing without upfront costs. Upon deciding to implement VyOS, ipNX leveraged their in-depth testing experience to deploy the solution on bare metal servers, focusing on redundancy and failover capabilities to ensure uninterrupted service for their customers. This setup included a disaster recovery solution for additional resilience. The deployment underscored VyOS's suitability for broadband aggregation, with ipNX achieving up to 20 Gbps throughput during tests and estimating over 50% cost savings compared to traditional networking solutions. Full case study: https://vyos.io/success-stories/ipnx ### Fastrack Fastrack Technology is a leading-edge IT services provider specializing in last-mile connectivity solutions, virtual machine hosting, and inter-data center connectivity. With a presence in key global markets including Australia, the United States, the United Kingdom, Singapore, New Zealand, and Hong Kong, Fastrack Technology delivers comprehensive IT and networking solutions tailored to meet the demands of a diverse clientele. The primary challenge for Fastrack Technology was to find a networking solution that could provide high performance without the significant costs associated with leading brands. Operating across global locations with extensive data centers and a need for reliable last-mile delivery, the company required a robust network backbone that could support its expansive operations without compromising on cost-effectiveness. After thorough research and consideration, VyOS emerged as the standout choice for Fastrack Technology. Its cost-effectiveness, coupled with robust performance capabilities, made it an attractive alternative to more expensive brands. Fastrack Technology ventured into integrating VyOS into its operations, aiming for a transformation marked by efficiency and stability. The team, leveraging their extensive experience in networking, sought a system that could offer seamless performance in data-intensive environments and adaptability across their diverse global deployments. VyOS handled layer 3 routing, secure communications via WireGuard and IPsec, and both core and customer-facing operations across global data centers. The integration delivered significant network stability and reliability, enhanced security, and addressed immediate networking challenges while improving cost efficiency. Full case study: https://vyos.io/success-stories/fastrack ### PT Inovasi Solusi Internasional PT Inovasi Solusi Internasional is a leader in penetration testing in Indonesia and the Philippines, emphasizing ethical processes to detect and address security vulnerabilities in web and mobile apps, and IT infrastructure. They also offer innovative solutions across various domains, including mobile gaming, ingredient recipe management systems, HR payroll systems, and online marketplaces for home-made foods. Their commitment to innovation and security is evident in their diverse service offerings and their expansion into international markets. PT. Inovasi Solusi internasional was initially constrained by the limitations of traditional network solutions. Relying on hardware-specific systems from Cisco and Juniper, the company faced challenges in scalability, flexibility, and cost-effectiveness. These solutions, while robust, did not offer the agility needed to adapt to rapidly changing technology landscapes and diverse client requirements. As the company's clientele expanded, the existing network infrastructure struggled to keep pace, leading to inefficiencies and increased operational costs. There was a growing need for a more dynamic, scalable solution that could support diverse network configurations and protocols without being tied to specific hardware. PT. Inovasi Solusi internasional chose VyOS for its open-source, platform-independent capabilities—a decision led by Network Engineer Fendi Tan that significantly enhanced network versatility and integration. VyOS provided robust support for complex routing protocols including eBGP and iBGP, and compatibility across various hardware and virtual environments. The implementation addressed substantial network throughput needs, handling East-West traffic at 10G and North-South traffic at 500 Mbps, with a BGP architecture spanning 5 external peers and 10–15 internal peers. The deployment brought a notable transformation in PT's network capability, enabling more efficient network management, enhanced performance through VTI and VMware integration, and reinforcing PT's position as a technologically advanced player in the IT industry. Full case study: https://vyos.io/success-stories/networking-revolution ### inMeeting JSC inMeeting JSC, located in Hanoi, Vietnam, is at the forefront of providing Video Management Systems and solutions, specializing in creating high-bandwidth, reliable network infrastructures for camera field devices and VMS systems. Their innovative approach and technical expertise have positioned them as a key player in Vietnam's surveillance and security sector. The high cost and inefficiency of leased line services were significant hurdles for inMeeting JSC as they scaled their operations. The need for a secure, reliable, and cost-effective networking solution was paramount to support their extensive video management solutions across Vietnam. They faced the specific challenge of establishing a robust, high-bandwidth network infrastructure to connect camera field devices to central VMS systems efficiently. VyOS was chosen after a meticulous year-long evaluation, including a pilot project with 60 full HD cameras in Hanoi. Their journey began in search of a cost-effective, reliable solution to replace expensive traditional networking options. The deployment of VyOS was executed seamlessly within hours, thanks to its intuitive CLI. This rapid deployment allowed inMeeting JSC to quickly establish a robust network infrastructure critical for their surveillance projects, especially in the banking sector. Full case study: https://vyos.io/success-stories/inMeeting ### Disaster Science Disaster Science, through its Bushfire.io platform, is at the forefront of delivering critical, real-time information on natural disasters and community incidents, using advanced technology and data analytics to ensure community safety and preparedness across Australia, Canada, and the USA. Our journey began in response to Australia's worst-ever bushfires in 2019-2020 when our founder was nearly trapped on the NSW south coast. This crisis highlighted a dire need for accurate, near-real-time information to answer essential questions about disaster directions, intensities, and safe evacuation practices. Motivated by this alarming lack of information and driven by a mission to save lives and protect communities, we assembled a team of experts, engineers, and visionaries to develop Bushfire.io. Today, our platform has evolved into a comprehensive resource offering innovative tools like 3D wind overlays and intelligent alerting systems, designed to empower people, emergency services, and businesses to navigate the uncertainties of natural disasters with confidence and resilience. The primary challenge for Disaster Science was establishing a robust internet presence in a colocation with limited access to commercial technical services. VyOS powered this deployment. Full case study: https://vyos.io/success-stories/disaster ### Concentus Concentus is a leading provider of IT solutions, specializing in data center services, managed IT services, and professional consulting. With a commitment to delivering innovative and scalable solutions, Concentus empowers businesses to stay ahead in an ever-evolving technological landscape. By leveraging cutting-edge technologies and a customer-centric approach, Concentus tailors its services to meet the unique needs of each client. From optimizing IT infrastructure and enhancing operational efficiency to ensuring robust security and seamless scalability, Concentus supports a diverse range of industries in achieving their digital transformation goals and driving sustainable growth. Initially, Concentus relied on Vyatta and later Juniper MX devices for their routing needs. While these solutions performed adequately, the escalating costs associated with hardware refreshes and management services became unsustainable. Additionally, as Concentus's service offerings expanded, there was a need to reevaluate and optimize their network architecture. Through comprehensive online research, Concentus discovered VyOS and appreciated its similarities to JunOS in terms of commands and documentation. After evaluating alternatives such as MikroTik and TNSR, VyOS stood out as the most comprehensive and robust solution. Full case study: https://vyos.io/success-stories/concentus ### Telemedia Network Cakrawala Telemedia Network Cakrawala (TNC) is an Indonesian telecommunications provider specializing in internet services, network infrastructure, and managed IT solutions. They offer high-speed connectivity, data center services, and enterprise network solutions to businesses across Indonesia. With a focus on reliability and innovation, TNC supports digital transformation through robust and scalable network solutions. Telemedia Network Cakrawala (TNC) faced critical challenges in maintaining a stable, high-performance network infrastructure. Their existing solution struggled to handle 10G interfaces, support complex BGP routing, and ensure secure VPN connectivity. Stability issues, performance bottlenecks, and costly licensing fees from proprietary solutions made it imperative to seek an alternative that was both scalable and cost-effective. Telemedia Network Cakrawala evaluated multiple options, including MikroTik and pfSense. After extensive research and testing, Telemedia Network Cakrawala found VyOS to be the ideal choice, thanks to its robust networking capabilities, open-source flexibility, and commercial support options. VyOS stood out for several key reasons: enterprise-grade BGP routing, VLAN management, and high-speed 10G interface support; seamless VPN connectivity with OpenVPN, WireGuard, and IPsec; elimination of expensive licensing fees while providing top-tier performance; complete control over network infrastructure avoiding vendor lock-in; and uninterrupted network uptime with improved reliability for mission-critical operations. By implementing VyOS, Telemedia Network Cakrawala transformed its network infrastructure. By embracing VyOS, they achieved 99.99% uptime, handled 10G interfaces without congestion, enabled secure remote access and inter-site connectivity, and reduced overall expenditures by replacing costly proprietary solutions. Encouraged by VyOS's performance and reliability, Telemedia Network Cakrawala plans to further expand its deployment by leveraging OpenConnect for VPN concentration, integrating more automation tools for network management efficiency, and exploring improved GUI management and real-time monitoring features. Full case study: https://vyos.io/success-stories/telemedia ### Ss. Cyril and Methodius University The Faculty of Computer Science and Engineering (FCSE) of the Ss. Cyril and Methodius University in Skopje, North Macedonia, is a premier educational institution. When the COVID-19 pandemic necessitated a swift transition to online learning, the faculty faced significant technological challenges to maintain educational continuity. Vladislav Bidikov, Senior System Administrator, needed a robust solution to move the faculty’s operations online quickly. The faculty needed to establish an online presence using its own platform hosted in its data center. The solution required high flexibility and familiarity to ensure a rapid deployment within a demanding timeframe. VyOS, known for its reliable virtual router solutions, became the tool of choice. The decision was further supported by the ‘VyOS for Good’ program, which provides educational institutions with access to enterprise-grade software solutions without associated costs. Key reasons for choosing VyOS included proven performance in demanding environments, compatibility with VMware and KVM, cost efficiency through the VyOS for Good program, and access to prompt technical assistance and updates. Within just seven days, the faculty was able to establish an online presence. Vladislav highlighted a three-pronged approach to using VyOS: running it as a core production router for essential services, enabling students to explore various networking technologies, and efficiently routing large volumes of internet traffic for educational continuity. VyOS has been instrumental in the faculty’s ability to adapt and innovate, enabling a rapid transition to online operations, giving students hands-on experience with enterprise-level network configurations, and maintaining a stable educational environment during critical times. Full case study: https://vyos.io/success-stories/cyril-university