Find Out Who’s on Your Network with One Simple Command
Want to see all devices connected to your local network? Try this quick Linux command:
sudo arp-scan --interface=eno2 -lWhat does it do?
sudo: Runs with superuser privileges (required for network access).arp-scan: Scans for devices using the ARP protocol.--interface=eno2: Specifies the network interface (like your Ethernet or Wi-Fi).-l: Scans the entire local network (same as--localnet).
What will you see?
- Each device’s IP address
- MAC address
- Device vendor (if recognized)
Great for:
- Checking who’s connected to your Wi-Fi
- Spotting unknown or suspicious devices
- Managing your local network