Compile with gcc capture.c -lpcap . If it compiles and runs without error, you have successfully jumped into WinPcap.

This lists all interfaces WinPcap sees. If you see \Device\NPF_GUID , WinPcap is alive.

by bypassing the standard protocol stack. It is the engine behind famous tools like Packet Capture: Intercepts raw network traffic. Packet Filtering: Collects only specific packets (e.g., only HTTP). Raw Sending: Transmits custom packets directly to the network. Statistics: Generates real-time traffic volume reports. 🛠️ Step 1: Installation & Setup