Re: fast nmap scan of XP boxes?

[matt <matt () learnsecurityonline com>]

Nmap isnt the most speedy tool, but you could try adding -TInsane, which 
make it run on its fastest scanning speed.

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Matt
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Michael Weber wrote:

> Greetings!
>
> I am using nmap to create a list of targets that I will then use other
> tools to test.  My problem is how can I do a fast scan of a large (class
> B) network of systems running XP, most with firewalling turned on?  Will
> nmap -sP still find the systems if ping does not?
>
> What I am trying now is a tcp connect scan to the M$ ports.  It seems
> to find all the systems, but it takes a VERY long time.
>
> Thanx!
>
> -Michael
>
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