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OpenSnitch vs Portmaster

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

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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Portmaster

Portmaster

Security & Privacy

Portmaster is a free, open source application firewall and HTTPS proxy for Windows that protects against malicious content getting to your computer. It blocks malware, ads, and trackers from making connections.

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