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libtorrent vs tcpdump

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

libtorrent

libtorrent

File Sharing

libtorrent is an open-source C++ library that implements the BitTorrent protocol. It is used to create BitTorrent clients and comes with many features like encryption, DHT, peer exchange, UPnP and NAT-PMP port forwarding, web seeds, and more.

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tcpdump

tcpdump

Network & Admin

tcpdump is a command-line network monitoring and data acquisition tool used to capture packet data flowing over a network. It can intercept and log traffic passing over a digital network or part of a network.

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