Deep Packet Inspection (DPI)

Deep Packet Inspection (DPI) is a technology used in computer networking that analyzes the data packets transmitted over networks. Unlike traditional methods that only look at basic information like sender and receiver addresses, DPI inspects the actual content of the data. This allows organizations to monitor network traffic for security threats, manage bandwidth, and enforce network policies. DPI can identify applications, detect malware, and filter content, but it also raises concerns about privacy and surveillance, as it involves examining potentially sensitive information contained within communications.