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PortsMonitor vs WDAC [Windows Defender Application Control]

A side-by-side look at PortsMonitor and WDAC [Windows Defender Application Control]. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

PortsMonitor

PortsMonitor

Network & Admin

PortsMonitor is an open-source network monitoring software that allows users to monitor TCP and UDP ports on local or remote servers. It can check if a port is open, closed, or filtered, and notify you when the status changes.

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WDAC [Windows Defender Application Control]

WDAC [Windows Defender Application Control]

Security & Privacy

WDAC (Windows Defender Application Control) is a feature of Windows 10 and Windows Server that allows only trusted applications to run on your devices. It prevents unauthorized or malicious software from running.

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