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Microsoft Network Monitor vs netcat

A side-by-side look at Microsoft Network Monitor and netcat. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

Microsoft Network Monitor

Microsoft Network Monitor

Network & Admin

Microsoft Network Monitor is a network packet analyzer and sniffer for Windows that enables capturing, viewing, and analyzing network data. It can troubleshoot connectivity issues, analyze network traffic, debug protocol implementations, and more.

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netcat

netcat

Network & Admin

Netcat is a networking utility for reading from and writing to network connections using TCP or UDP. It can be used to create simple one-shot connections, interface with more full-featured network services, and build quick backdoors and relays.

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