Protocol Analysis via Wireshark and Tshark
Strengths
Protocol-Specific Walkthroughs
The curriculum provides specific examples for capturing and analyzing DNS, HTTP, and Email traffic.
Command Line Training
Instruction includes the use of Tshark for command line operations through video and e-book formats.
Limitations
Potential Software Aging
The curriculum contains sections organized around specific software UI update years; one signal from 2022 suggests the version of Wireshark shown may be outdated, though the 2026 update label does not prove a correction has been made.
Best suited to
- Beginners seeking introductory protocol analysis
- Learners interested in command line network tools
Less suited to
- Users requiring the most current software interface versions
- Learners who prioritize interactive exercises or quizzes









