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netcat vs Nmap

netcat

nc110.sourceforge.io

Nmap

nmap.org

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FigurenetcatNmap
Price fromFree$9,980/mo
Free planYesYes
Free trial—Yes
Open source——
Windows—Yes
macOS—Yes
LinuxYesYes
Self-hosted—Yes
Plans published17
Spec score · Network Diagnostic Software7.3 (#25)8.1 (#12)
PurposeNetcat reads and writes data across network connections using TCP or UDP.Nmap is a free and open-source utility for network discovery and security auditing.

Plans

netcat

  • Netcat 1.10Free

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Nmap

  • Nmap free end-user licenseFree
  • Nmap OEM Small/Startup Company Redistribution License (quarterly term)$9,980 a month
  • Nmap OEM Mid-Sized Company Redistribution License (quarterly term)$13,980 a month
  • Nmap OEM Enterprise Redistribution License (quarterly term)$17,980 a month
  • Nmap OEM Small/Startup Company Redistribution License (perpetual)$59,980, paid once
  • Nmap OEM Mid-Sized Company Redistribution License (perpetual)$89,980, paid once
  • Nmap OEM Enterprise Redistribution License (perpetual)$119,980, paid once

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netcat

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Nmap

Nmap is a free, open-source utility for discovering networks and auditing security. It uses raw IP packets to identify available hosts, services and versions, operating systems, and packet filters or firewalls. Scanning options include TCP and UDP ports, OS and version detection, and ping sweeps. Network administrators can use it to inventory systems, plan service upgrades, and monitor host or service uptime. The Nmap Scripting Engine runs bundled or user-written scripts in parallel for networking tasks such as discovery and vulnerability checks. The suite also includes Zenmap, a graphical interface and results viewer; Ncat for data transfer and debugging; Ndiff for comparing scan results; and Nping for packet generation and response analysis. Most port-scan types require privileged access to send and receive raw packets, although unprivileged users can run connect and FTP bounce scans. Nmap is not a comprehensive vulnerability scanner. End-user use is free, but redistribution in commercial products requires an OEM license. Quarterly OEM licenses start at $9,980.00 per 3 months for eligible small or startup companies.

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