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OpenVPN vs TcpView For Linux

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

OpenVPN

OpenVPN

Security & Privacy

OpenVPN is an open-source software application that implements virtual private network (VPN) techniques for creating secure point-to-point or site-to-site connections in routed or bridged configurations and remote access facilities. It uses a custom security protocol that utilizes SSL/TLS for key exchange. It is capable of traversing network address translation (NAT) and firewalls.

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TcpView For Linux

TcpView For Linux

Network & Admin

TcpView is a network monitoring tool for Linux that shows detailed listings of all TCP and UDP endpoints on a system. It provides information on the process using each connection and its IP address and port.

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