"portscans" (was Re: Arbor Networks DoS defense product)

Sun May 19 08:50:51 UTC 2002

Ralph Doncaster <ralph at istop.com> writes:

> I often like to know if a particular web server is running Unix or
> Winblows.  A port scanner is a useful tool in making that determination.
> 
> <sarcasm>
> And why, pray tell, would some stranger be carrying a concealed gun if
> they were not planning on shooting someone?
> </sarcasm>

Maybe there is a difference between carrying a concealed portscanner and
actually using one?

--Johnny