The Best Network Scanner?

From: Bejon Parsinia (bejon@supertel.com)
Date: 02/26/02 

From: "Bejon Parsinia" <bejon@supertel.com>
To: "Security-Basics (E-mail)" <security-basics@securityfocus.com>
Date: Mon, 25 Feb 2002 15:20:03 -0800

Good day,

I just wanted to pose this question to the group, what are some of the best
network scanners on the market for finding vulnerabilities on your network,
reporting on issues, and suggesting fixes for the known vulnerabilities that
are found? When you respond, please note if this is a *nix or Win32 app
(I'm in a Win32 environment). I've been working on testing a few different
products and have had a tough time on picking one to go with. Also worth
noting, I haven't found an application that is thorough enough for my liking
yet either.

The real dilemma is, I have such a tight budget (who in IT doesn't these
days though) that I am forced to make a very informed decision. So, with
that in mind here is your challenge.

I appreciate any feedback you can give me, and am looking forward to putting
my servers under even greater stress with your recommendations (assuming
there is a trial demo available or you suggest a free app). :)

Sincerely,

Bejon Parsinia
bejon@supertel.com