NetWorx is another one of those portable apps that should be in everyone’s troubleshooting toolbox. This little gem can help you identify possible sources of network related issues. NetWorx is highly customizable and includes network tools such as ping, trace route and netstat. It can be setup to alert you when your network connections have diminished, or when there is an unusually heavy flow of data that is characteristic of Trojan horses or other malicious activity. It can help you evaluate your bandwidth conditions to ensure you are getting what you are paying for. Audible and visual alerts are available to alert you of abnormal bandwidth conditons. As indicated, Networx is available as a portable app that can be carried with you on your portable media (e.g. flash drive).
Features:
Clear graphic and/or numeric display.
Usage reports with export to a variety of file formats, including Excel, MS Word and HTML.
Permits close supervision of uploads and downloads.
Works with dial-up, ISDN, cable modems, ADSL, Ethernet cards, and more.
Includes network information & testing tools with advanced netstat that displays applications using your Internet connection.
Scalable to your own modem download capabilities.
Option to notify user or disconnect from the Internet automatically when network activity exceeds a certain level.
Speed meter to accurately time downloads and report the average transfer rates.
Dial-up session journal with detailed information about every session.
Absolutely free and does not contain any adware/spyware/malware.
Troubleshooting examples:
Find out and monitor how fast your Internet connection is.
Find out and monitor how much Internet traffic you consume.
Verify whether your ISP charges your Internet usage fairly.
Detect a suspicious network activity on your computer.
Perform simple network tests such as ping and trace route.
Be notified about excessive Internet usage.
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Thank you.
You know, I was reminiscing just this morning how a tech’s job was back in the days before these great little tools.. and being able to carry them all on a USB “toolkit”.
How’d I ever manage?!
TechPaul,
I know what you mean!…
Rick
@Paul
You mean when overwriting DOS with clean copy fixed EVERYTHING?
Those times were awesome.
On topic. Have this app bookmarked to check. As always portable is tasty part for me. I am big fan of NetLimiter, it is most excellent at bandwidth monitoring but is completely non-portable by design.
Rarst,
I remember those DOS days very well… Amazing how complex it all has become.
Hope you enjoy NetWorx. I love these apps that are portable (and FREE).
Rick
Nice tool.Thanks
Akshat,
Thanks for dropping by… Was just checking out your site… I like it and will be adding it to my blogroll (called “Launch Pad”) at the right side of the blog.
Rick
Hi Rick
Thanks a lot.
It is encouraging for the new blogger like me.
Keep doing the great work
Have a nice day
Akshat,
I’m only 8 months into blogging myself. It is amazing how friendly and professional the blogging community is. If there is anything I can do to help; let me know.
Rick