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SMBAct vs Windows Deployment Services

A side-by-side look at SMBAct and Windows Deployment Services. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

SMBAct

SMBAct

Security & Privacy

SMBAct is an open-source network analyzer and packet inspection tool for SMB protocol. It allows capturing, monitoring and analysis of SMB sessions to detect suspicious activities, security threats and data leaks.

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Windows Deployment Services

Windows Deployment Services

Network & Admin

Windows Deployment Services (WDS) is a server role in Windows Server that enables the rapid deployment of Windows operating systems over a network. It works by using PXE boot to allow client devices to boot and install Windows over the network rather than from a CD or USB drive.

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