What is network sniffing?

Q & ACategory: Ethical HackingWhat is network sniffing?
Admin Staff asked 5 years ago

What is network sniffing?

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Admin Staff answered 5 years ago

System sniffing includes utilizing sniffer tools that empower real-time monitoring and analysis of data streaming over PC systems. Sniffers can be utilized for various purposes, regardless of whether it’s to steal data or manage systems.
Network sniffing is utilized for ethical and unethical purposes. System administrators utilize these as system monitoring and analysis tool to analyze and avoid network-related issues, for example, traffic bottlenecks. Cybercriminals utilize these devices for untrustworthy purposes, for example, character usurpation, email, delicate information hijacking, etc.