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Tool for analyzing signals and data traffic

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A protocol analyzer is a tool (hardware or software) used to capture and analyze signals and data traffic over a communication channel. Such a channel varies from a local computer bus to a satellite link, that provides a means of communication using a standard communication protocol (networked or point-to-point). Each type of communication protocol has a different tool to collect and analyze signals and data.

Specific types of protocol analyzers include:

References

  1. "Using Wireshark for Packet Captures". Cisco. Meraki. June 8, 2022. Retrieved February 11, 2024.
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