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Ethtool vs OpenSnitch

A side-by-side look at Ethtool and OpenSnitch. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

Ethtool

Ethtool

Network & Admin

Ethtool is a Linux utility that allows users to query information and configure network interface controllers. It can show and change settings like speed, duplex mode, auto-negotiation, wake-on-LAN, and more.

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OpenSnitch

OpenSnitch

Security & Privacy

OpenSnitch is an open source application firewall for GNU/Linux systems. It monitors and controls network connections to protect against unwanted access and data leakage. It works by prompting the user to allow or deny connections.

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