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Networking Software

CNET Download.com features all the latest network-management software, including remote-access applications, network monitoring software, Internet operations software, and everything else you'll need to keep things running smoothly. See all 1,852 products in this category.

for the week of: October 12Downloads
  1. 1.
    Freegate

    Network38,773

  2. 2.
    Advanced IP Scanner

    Network8,665

  3. 3.
    Advanced Port Scanner

    Network5,319

  4. 4.
    Gbridge

    Remote Access5,209

  5. Share photos and videos directly to the desktop.
    Defragment disks, free up space, optimize system performance
  6. 5.
    LogMeIn Free

    Remote Access4,165

  7. 6.
    Radmin Server and Viewer

    Remote Access3,598

  8. 7.
    HandyCafe

    Management Tools3,582

  9. See, hear, and chat live in video rooms.
    Start backing up your files in less than 60 seconds.
  10. 8.
    VNC Free Edition

    Remote Access3,107

  11. 9.
  12. 10.
    Anti Netcut

    Network2,894

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  1. Compile different file types into one for easier sharing.
    Detect and remove adware and spyware from your computer.
Release date
  1. NetStress Oct 15

    Network

  2. SysAdmin Oct 15

    Management Tools

  3. Advanced Connection Viewer Oct 13

    Network

  4. MyLanViewer Oct 10

    Network

  5. NetSurveyor Oct 10

    Network

  6. 3am LineScope Oct 10

    Remote Access

  7. BMon-Bluetooth Monitor Suite Oct 09

    Network

  8. Network Home Reporter Oct 09

    Management Tools

  9. Easy Net Switch Oct 09

    Network

  10. Active Directory Reports Oct 09

    Management Tools

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  1. 1.
    LogMeIn Free

    Get instant secure access to programs and e-mail from anywhere.

  2. 2.
    BeInSync

    Sync, share, access, and backup any type of digital content among multiple PCs.

  3. 3.
    VNC Free Edition

    Remotely control a computer using a different machine and platform over the Internet.

  4. 4.
    GoToMyPC

    Get access to your PC no matter where you are.

  5. 5.
    Bandwidth Monitor Pro

    Watch and log your network adapter's bandwidth usage.

  6. 6.
    Multiplicity

    Control multiple networked PCs with a single keyboard and mouse.

  7. 7.
    LSPFix

    Repair Winsock 2 settings caused by adware and spyware applications.

  8. 8.
    LAN Search

    Search for documents or files in your local area network.

  9. 9.
    Vypress Messenger

    Exchange text messages with other users across the Internet.

  10. 10.
    Network Inventory Master

    Create software and hardware inventory reports.

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an introduction to Networking Software

The broader concept of networking encompasses any interaction among two or more people or machines. For our purposes, the software included in the Networking category relates to the systems that allow computers, portable devices, and other machines to connect to each other and other such networks, including the globally connected system of servers and computers commonly known as the Internet.

The subject of computer networking often falls into the category of information technology or information systems, though it is not restricted to the business and enterprise IS/IT audience. Today, even novice PC users are constructing and maintaining their own home networks, and many workers access their business computers from other locations using remote access. For establishing and maintaining a wireless home network protected against external threats, see our feature How to secure a wireless network.

Successful networks depend on a large number of variable factors, and managing those elements is a key ingredient in maintaining a reliable and effective system. Products such as Bandwidth Monitor Pro, Packet Analyzer Enterprise Edition, and SysAid Help Desk and Inventory offer assistance in tracking and monitoring your network.

As the growth of Wi-Fi technologies such as the 802.11g standard continues, more products are beginning to offer security for wireless networks and devices, including Trend Micro PC-cillin and McAfee Wireless Home Network Security. We can only expect the trend to accelerate as more cities, cafes, and other public and private spaces adopt Wi-Fi.