NetSNMP

NetSNMP is a widely used open-source implementation of the Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP). It provides a suite of tools and libraries for managing and monitoring network entities such as routers, switches, servers, and other devices that support SNMP. The project aims to provide a robust and portable SNMP implementation for various operating systems.

The core components of NetSNMP include the agent, which runs on managed devices and provides access to their management information bases (MIBs), and various client utilities, such as snmpwalk, snmpget, and snmpset, which allow administrators to query and configure devices remotely. NetSNMP supports multiple SNMP versions, including SNMPv1, SNMPv2c, and SNMPv3, with SNMPv3 offering enhanced security features like authentication and encryption.

Developers can utilize the NetSNMP libraries to build custom network management applications. The project is actively maintained and has a large community of users and contributors, making it a reliable choice for network management tasks. Its flexibility and broad platform support have made it a de facto standard in many network environments.