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Re: "portscans" (was Re: Arbor Networks DoS defense product)


From: Johnny Eriksson <bygg () cafax se>
Date: Sun, 19 May 2002 8:50:51 WET DST


Ralph Doncaster <ralph () istop com> writes:

I often like to know if a particular web server is running Unix or
Winblows.  A port scanner is a useful tool in making that determination.

<sarcasm>
And why, pray tell, would some stranger be carrying a concealed gun if
they were not planning on shooting someone?
</sarcasm>

Maybe there is a difference between carrying a concealed portscanner and
actually using one?

--Johnny


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