Wireshark/Stop

Wireshark is a free and open source packet analyzer used for network troubleshooting and analysis. These activities will show you how to stop a Wireshark capture.

Readings

 * 1) Wireshark: User's Guide

Preparation
To prepare for this activity:
 * 1) Start Windows.
 * 2) Log in if necessary.
 * 3)  Install Wireshark.
 * 4)  Start a Wireshark capture.

Activity 1 - Stop a Wireshark Capture
Three different methods for stopping a Wireshark capture are available. These include the Capture menu, the Stop Capture toolbar button, and the Stop Capture keyboard shortcut.

Method 1 - Capture Menu
To stop a Wireshark capture using the Capture menu:
 * 1) Select the Capture menu.
 * 2) Select Stop.

Method 2 - Stop Capture Toolbar Button
To stop a Wireshark capture using the Stop Capture toolbar button:
 * 1) Locate the toolbar button with the help text Stop the running live capture.  This should be the fourth toolbar button from the left.
 * 2) Click the Stop Capture toolbar button.

Method 3 - Stop Capture Keyboard Shortcut
To stop a Wireshark capture using the Stop Capture keyboard shortcut:
 * 1) Press  + E.