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"Invalid network options supplied" error devoid of context

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Description

When launching an instance with incorrect `--network` options (e.g. wrong network name), the error is a dry:

```plain
launch failed: Invalid arguments supplied
Invalid network options supplied
```

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Research direction

Reproduce the failure by launching an instance with an incorrect --network option, such as a wrong network name, and trace the validation and error-reporting path. Done means the command reports which network option or value is invalid and provides useful context instead of only saying "Invalid network options supplied."

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Assessment

Tech stack
cpp
Domain
cli, networking
Issue type
Bug
Difficulty
3/5
Estimated time
1-2 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
35/100

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