Netcat is a versatile networking utility that reads and writes data across network connections, using the TCP/IP protocol. This Python version of Netcat, named Netbyte, offers similar functionality to the traditional Netcat tool. It facilitates probing proprietary TCP and UDP services, providing formatted output and supporting interactive communication.
- Lightweight: Netbyte is designed to be lightweight, making it efficient for various networking tasks.
- Interactive: Users can interact with network services in real-time, allowing for dynamic communication.
- TCP and UDP Support: Netbyte supports both TCP and UDP protocols, enabling versatile networking operations.
- Formatted Output: The tool provides formatted output, enhancing readability and usability.
Netbyte can be used for a variety of networking tasks, including:
- Probing services to check for open ports
- Testing network connectivity
- Transferring files over TCP/IP connections
- Sending commands to remote hosts
To use Netbyte, follow these steps:
- Clone the Netbyte repository from GitHub.
- Ensure you have Python installed on your system.
- Run the Netbyte script using Python:
python netbyte.py. - Start exploring the various networking capabilities of Netbyte.
Contributions to netcat_python are welcome! Feel free to fork the repository, make improvements, and submit pull requests. Please ensure your code adheres to the project's coding standards and includes appropriate documentation.
Netbyte is licensed under the MIT License. See the LICENSE file for details.
For questions, feedback, or support, please contact the project maintainer at maintainer@example.com.