What is a packet sniffer and how can it be used for good or nefarious purposes?

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A packet sniffer is a network tool that collects and analyzes copies of packets from the network.  It can provide a network administrator with valuable information to help diagnose and resolve networking issues. In the wrong hands, it can be used to eavesdrop on network traffic.

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