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tcpdump vs WinPcap

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

tcpdump

tcpdump

Network & Admin

tcpdump is a command-line network monitoring and data acquisition tool used to capture packet data flowing over a network. It can intercept and log traffic passing over a digital network or part of a network.

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WinPcap

WinPcap

Network & Admin

WinPcap is a free, open-source library for packet capture and network analysis on Windows. It allows applications to capture and transmit network packets, providing low-level network access to analyze and troubleshoot network issues.

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