A network analyzer is used for

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本文介绍了网络分析器的主要用途，包括故障排查、性能分析、安全检测等，并探讨了入侵者如何利用嗅探器获取敏感信息及网络布局。

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A network analyzer is used for:

■ Converting the binary data in packets to readable format
■ Troubleshooting problems on the network
■ Analyzing the performance of a network to discover bottlenecks
■ Network intrusion detection
■ Logging network traffic for forensics and evidence
■ Analyzing the operations of applications
■ Discovering faulty network cards
■ Discovering the origin of virus outbreaks or Denial of Service (DoS)
attacks
■ Detecting spyware
■ Network programming to debug in the development stage
■ Detecting a compromised computer
■ Validating compliance with company policy
■ As an educational resource when learning about protocols
■ Reverse-engineering protocols to write clients and supporting programs

Intruders use sniffers on networks for:
■ Capturing cleartext usernames and passwords
■ Discovering the usage patterns of the users on a network
■ Compromising proprietary information
■ Capturing and replaying Voice over IP (VoIP) telephone conversations
■ Mapping the layout of a network
■ Passive OS fingerprinting