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| obj | website | repo |
|---|---|---|
| application | https://www.wireshark.org | https://gitlab.com/wireshark/wireshark |
Wireshark
Wireshark is a powerful open-source network protocol analyzer that allows you to capture and interactively browse the traffic running on a computer network. It provides a detailed view of network communication, helping users analyze and troubleshoot various network issues.
Features
- Packet Capture:
Wireshark captures data packets traveling through a network, including their headers and contents. - Wide Protocol Support:
Supports a vast array of network protocols, enabling the analysis of various communication types such as TCP, UDP, HTTP, DNS, and more. - Live Capture and Offline Analysis:
Allows real-time packet capture for live network traffic analysis. Additionally, it can analyze saved capture files for offline inspection. - Filtering Capabilities:
Powerful display filters help focus on specific packets, making it easier to pinpoint issues or analyze specific types of traffic. - Colorization and Packet Marking:
Color-coded packet display and marking aid in visually identifying different types of packets and potential issues. - Protocol Hierarchy:
Displays a hierarchical view of protocols used in a captured session, helping users understand the layers of communication. - Statistics and Conversations:
Provides various statistics, including traffic summaries, protocol distribution, and conversations, giving insights into network behavior. - Export Options:
Supports exporting captured data in various formats for further analysis or sharing, such as CSV, XML, or plain text. - Display and Capture Filters:
Allows the application of filters to limit the displayed packets or control which packets are captured, streamlining the analysis process.