Interfaces

ntopng uses interfaces to perform its tasks. One or more interfaces are required by ntopng to properly execute. Interfaces are specified to ntopng using option -i. Multiple types of interface exist.

This section introduces the concept of interfaces and discusses differences, pros and cons of each interface type.

• Packet vs ZMQ Interfaces
  • Packet Interfaces
  • ZMQ Interfaces
  • Traffic Analysis: Differences
  • Packet vs ZMQ: Which One to use?
• Interfaces vs View Interfaces
• Using nTap as Virtual Tap with ntopng
  • ntopng Enterprise L
  • All Other ntopng Editions