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Use this command to install Wireshark:
winget install --id=WiresharkFoundation.Wireshark -e

Wireshark is the world's foremost network protocol analyzer. It lets you see what's happening on your network at a microscopic level. It is the de facto (and often de jure) standard across many industries and educational institutions. Wireshark development thrives thanks to the contributions of networking experts across the globe. It is the continuation of a project that started in 1998.

Wireshark is a network protocol analyzer designed to inspect and analyze network traffic in real-time. Widely recognized across enterprises, government agencies, and educational institutions, Wireshark provides deep insights into network operations.

Key Features:

  • Real-Time Packet Capture: Enables immediate monitoring of network traffic as it occurs.
  • Deep Protocol Analysis: Offers detailed inspection of over 1000 protocols, facilitating comprehensive understanding of network interactions.
  • Custom Filters: Allows users to isolate specific traffic types for focused analysis.
  • Comprehensive Statistics: Provides detailed metrics on network activity, aiding in performance evaluation and troubleshooting.
  • Export Capabilities: Supports exporting captures to various formats for further analysis or reporting.

Audience & Benefit: Wireshark is ideal for network administrators, developers, security professionals, researchers, and educators. It helps in identifying performance bottlenecks, troubleshooting connectivity issues, detecting security threats, validating configurations, enhancing educational insights through practical examples, and supporting incident response efforts. Available across multiple platforms, Wireshark can be easily installed via winget on Windows systems.

Wireshark's robust features make it an essential tool for anyone seeking to understand and optimize their network environment.

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