Wireshark is an open-source network protocol analyzer used for capturing, analyzing, and interpreting network traffic.
It provides a graphical user interface (GUI) for real-time packet capture and analysis, helping network administrators and analysts troubleshoot issues, diagnose vulnerabilities, and gain insights into network behavior.
Key features include packet capture, real-time analysis, powerful filtering, detailed packet inspection, graphical presentation, protocol decoding, and the ability to export and save captured data for offline analysis.
Wireshark is an essential tool for understanding network activities, diagnosing network problems, and enhancing network security.