How to do it...

  1. First, install Snort:
    1. Navigate to System | Package Manager.
    2. Click on the Available Packages tab.
    3. Find Snort in the list and click on the Install button:
    1. You will be redirected to the Package Installer tab. Click on the Confirm button on this tab to install Snort and its dependencies.
    2. The Package Installation list should keep you informed of the progress in downloading and installing Snort. The process should not take long.
  2. If you haven't done so, already, set up a Snort account:
    1. From a web browser, navigate to https://www.snort.org/subscribe.
    2. Click on the Sign up link. (or navigate to https://www.snort.org/users/sign_up ...

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