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tcpflow vs uMatrix

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

tcpflow

tcpflow

Network & Admin

tcpflow is an open source tool for capturing TCP traffic flows. It works by capturing packets from network interfaces or packet capture files, reassembling TCP streams, and storing application-layer data with relevant TCP metadata.

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uMatrix

uMatrix

Security & Privacy

uMatrix is an open-source browser extension for Firefox, Chrome, and Firefox forks. It works as a firewall and allows users to selectively enable and disable various types of requests made by websites for improved security and privacy.

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