The entire process takes only a few minutes, with Capsa automatically installing the necessary drivers. Naturally, Firewall.cx is looking at the full capabilities for the purpose of this review. It lets users remove parts of the network toolset as required to reduce clutter or any other issues. There’s the standard ability to choose the location of the install, but also choices of a Full, Compact, or Custom install.

However, Colasoft does give additional options during the process.

From there, it’s a simple case of pressing Next a few times. The installer comes in at 84 MB, a very reasonable size that will be quick to download on most connections. The installation of Capsa Enterprise is a clear merit, requiring little to no additional configuration. Essentially, it’s a catch-all for professionals who want a deeper understanding of their network. It was named as a visionary in Gartner’s Magic Quadrant for Network Performance Monitoring and Diagnostics in 2018, which gives an idea of its power. It gives users detailed information about packets, conversations, protocols, and more, while also tying in diagnosis and security tools to assess network health. In fact, its change is significant enough to warrant a full re-evaluation rather than a simple comparison.įor the unfamiliar, Colasoft Capsa Enterprise is a widely respected network protocol analyzer that goes far beyond free packet sniffers like Wireshark. Since the last review, the version has bumped from 7.6.1 to 11.1.2+, keeping a similar interface but scoring plenty of new features.

Firewall.cx has covered Colasoft Capsa several times in the past, but its constant improvements make it well worth revisiting.

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