traffic monitoring

In the realm of network security and monitoring, understanding HTTP traffic is crucial for system administrators and security professionals. httpry stands out as a specialized packet sniffing tool designed specifically to capture and analyze HTTP traffic. It parses HTTP packets in real-time and displays them in a human-readable format. This makes httpry incredibly useful for debugging web applications, monitoring network usage, or even spotting suspicious activities. In this blog post, we’ll walk through what httpry is, how to install it on various Linux distributions, and some basic usage examples. Httpry is a command-line tool written in C, which utilizes the pcap library to capture network traffic.

In a world where networks are increasingly complex and essential to business operations, ensuring that data flow remains smooth and efficient is crucial. Network traffic monitoring is not just about tracking how much data is being sent or received, but also about identifying potential issues, understanding network performance, and securing the future of your networks against unauthorized access. Luckily, Linux offers powerful tools accessible via Bash that can help system administrators keep an eye on network traffic in real-time. Here, we will explore how to utilize these tools and effectively monitor network traffic on different Linux distributions using package managers like apt, dnf, and zypper.