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openbsd-netcat

TCP/IP swiss army knife. OpenBSD variant.

  • cli-tool
  • COMMAND-LINE
  • NETWORKING
  • DIAGNOSTICS
  • Launchable
  • Runs in terminal
official+codex · reviewed · May 28, 2026 description in en

Description

Provides the OpenBSD variant of netcat, a versatile TCP/IP command-line tool. It can open connections, listen on ports, transfer streams, test services, and help diagnose network behavior.

Use it for authorized troubleshooting, scripting, and service checks. Because it can connect to or listen on network ports, avoid exposing sensitive systems accidentally.

How to run

nc

Commands: nc

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