TOOL TUTORIAL · Network Communication & System Administration
How to install and use Socat
Socat (short for SOcket CAT) is a versatile networking tool that facilitates data transfer between two locations. It is similar to netcat but offers more advanced features and options. Socat supports a wide range of protocols and data sources, making it a powerful utility for ne…
Quick install:
sudo apt install socat
Installation steps
- Open a terminal on Linux or macOS
- Run sudo apt update on Debian or Kali
- Run sudo apt install socat
- Verify the install with socat -V