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netdiscover vs Port Authority

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

netdiscover

netdiscover

Network & Admin

netdiscover is an open-source network scanner used to actively detect live hosts on a network. It sends ARP requests to identify active devices and prints the IP address, MAC address, and hostname if available.

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Port Authority

Port Authority

Network & Admin

Port Authority is network management software that helps monitor and control network traffic. It provides visibility into open ports, tracks bandwidth usage, detects rogue devices, and enables policy enforcement.

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