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Packet Capture vs Windows Surface Scanner

A side-by-side look at Packet Capture and Windows Surface Scanner. 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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Windows Surface Scanner

Windows Surface Scanner

System & Hardware

Windows Surface Scanner is a free portable app designed for Microsoft Surface devices to scan hardware for issues. It tests components like sensors, buttons, ports, battery health, and thermal throttling in about a minute.

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