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cdist vs Network Scanner (LizardSystems)

A side-by-side look at cdist and Network Scanner (LizardSystems). For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

cdist

cdist

System & Hardware

cdist is an open source configuration management tool written in Python. It allows system administrators to define the configuration of servers and deploy it to multiple machines in parallel. cdist works by running small scripts called 'manifests' on remote hosts.

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Network Scanner (LizardSystems)

Network Scanner (LizardSystems)

Network & Admin

Network Scanner by LizardSystems is a network discovery and mapping tool for Windows. It scans IP networks to discover active hosts, ports, OS detection, and other network details. Useful for network admins and penetration testers.

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