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DXMD datascan hacking software

Datascan Software is a hacking software in Deus Ex: Mankind Divided. The item is usable during the hacking minigame.

Description[]

Datascan software unobtrusively analyzes system access records,sicsic it can reveal the content of nearby datastore nodes and the location of firewalls.
IN-GAME DESCRIPTION

Use[]

Datascan instantly reveals hidden firewalls and contents of datastores. Datascan can be used even if the hacking map is fogged, but firewalls and datastores behind the fob will not be seen.

This software can be used once. Using it will grey out its button. Datascan is most useful in node maps that have datastore nodes, which provide credits, additional hacking software, or experience.

Quitting a hacking session will erase the effects of this software. That is, the software would need to be used again in another hacking attempt on the same node.

Acquisition[]

The item is sold by the merchants Costache in Prague and Entity in Golem City, and is frequently found throughout the world, making it one of the most common hack softwares, though its specialized nature means players aren't likely to be hoarding them.

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