Hi,

This is a networking question, but delves into unix programming aspects as well.

How do intercept any packets that I am sendind from an interface, store it in a buffer, and periodically send it away?

That is, if packets are sent every x seconds from application, I want to buffer these packets and empty buffer every y seconds, with y > x.

Would I need to modify any source code in the linux kernel stack, or is there any other way. I do not have control over the application, and can only intercept them before I send them. Any known links that explains the process is appreciated as well.

Thanks in advance,
G

The easiest thing that comes to mind is the QUEUE target in iptables.
You might wanna read man libipq
You can also write a kernel module implementing packet interception, using the available hooks...

yes, based on my reading that seems to be the easiest way. thanks!