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i want to write a program to perform packet filtering.<br />
i know about the theory aspect but want to know about the implementations.<br />
i m trying to figure out the step by step process to capture ip packets at data link layer for packet filtering. what functions or libraries would &nbsp;would be used and how? can u also suggest me some reference books or help?<br />
i m working on redhat 7.2 . 
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i want to write a program to perform packet filtering.
i know about the theory aspect but want to know about the implementations.
i m trying to figure out the step by step process to capture ip packets at data link layer for packet filtering. what functions or libraries would  would be used and how? can u also suggest me some reference books or help?
i m working on redhat 7.2 . 

how to packet filter using sockets(i m working on  linux redhat7.2)

Software firewalls, also known as host-based firewalls, provide a layer of software on one host that controls network traffic in and out of that single machine. Most operating systems now include firewall software, but many available software firewalls include central distribution, antivirus systems and disaster recovery.