Wireshark is a powerful network protocol analyzer used for capturing and inspecting the data flowing over a computer network in real-time. It is employed by network administrators, cybersecurity professionals, and students to analyze and troubleshoot network issues, detect security vulnerabilities, and gain insights into network traffic patterns. Many educational institutions, including universities and technical schools with computer science, cybersecurity, or networking programs, use Wireshark as a practical tool for teaching network protocols, security, and network analysis. It provides students with hands-on experience in understanding the intricacies of network communication and helps them develop practical skills in monitoring and securing computer networks.
This is a step-by-step process on how to install Wireshark 4.0.10 on macOS. The entire article is divided into three sections, which include; downloading, installing and running Wireshark 4.0.10 on macOS.
This installation guide is only applicable to macOS.
Installation Video
Downloading Wireshark 4.0.10 (macOS)
Step 1: Go to Official Download Page and click macOS Intel Disk Image.
Result: Once macOS Intel Disk Image clicked, the Wireshark 4.0.10 (macOS) will start downloading.
Installing Wireshark 4.0.10 (macOS)
Step 1: Go to Download in Finder and click Wireshark 4.0.10 Intel 64.dmg.
Step 2: Drag Wireshark to Applications.
Step 3: Wait for copying Wireshark to Applications is finished.
Step 4: Click Wireshark.
Step 5: Wait for Wireshark to be verified.
Step 6: Click Open.
Result: Installation complete.
Run Wireshark 4.0.10
Step 1: Launch Wireshark.
Result: Installation complete.
