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Wireshark vs Xirrus Wi-Fi Inspector

A side-by-side look at Wireshark and Xirrus Wi-Fi Inspector. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

Wireshark

Wireshark

Network & Admin

Wireshark is an open-source packet analyzer software used for network troubleshooting, analysis, and communications protocol development. It allows users to see what's happening on their network at a microscopic level.

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Xirrus Wi-Fi Inspector

Xirrus Wi-Fi Inspector

Network & Admin

Xirrus Wi-Fi Inspector is a free Wi-Fi analysis tool for Windows, Mac, and Linux. It allows users to analyze the Wi-Fi environment, troubleshoot connectivity issues, detect interference sources, and identify areas with poor coverage.

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