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Packet Capture vs SmartProxy extension

A side-by-side look at Packet Capture and SmartProxy extension. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

Packet Capture

Packet Capture

Network & Admin

Packet capture software intercepts and logs network traffic passing through a network interface. It can help analyze network issues, view raw network packets, monitor bandwidth usage, debug protocols, etc. Popular open-source packet capture tools include Wireshark, tcpdump, and Windump.

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SmartProxy extension

SmartProxy extension

Security & Privacy

SmartProxy is a free and open-source browser extension that allows users to route their web traffic through a proxy server. It offers features like choosing from a list of included proxy servers, manually adding custom proxies, auto proxy configuration, and proxy rotation.

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