NetWorx

Networx can help you administer your bandwidth usage more wisely by providing information about the performance of your network.

Despite it is not intended for the common user, the tool has a rather straightforward interface; however, it seems logical you will not know what to do with the data provided unless you have a least some knowledge of network administration.

There is not much to do when you use the tool for the first time as it will automatically begin to collect data about network traffic. Logically, it will necessary to let some time pass before trying to find a meaning in the statistical data presented.

The application lets you access different types of reports that help you make the appropriate decisions in terms of solving various problems. Luckily, most of the information is presented in graphical form, which lets you discover tendencies by just looking at it. In this regard, there is a usage report that shows traffic details, which has the additional advantage that you can filter it for a specific user. Likewise, you can view just a specific period of time, like a day, a week or a month, depending on what you are trying to find. This is also useful for detecting significant values as those recorded during peak hours.

Another useful feature is the Speedmeter, which can calculate your connection speeds based on Ping response. Likewise, you have the possibility of planning data usage for different periods of time, as well as getting alert messages when the values exceed those planned.

To conclude, NetWorx can be most useful if you need to monitor data usage with accuracy. It is most appropriate for small networks. However, its developers alert that this tool may be not so convenient in a time when Internet prices is not as expensive as it used to be. Instead, they recommend another product, called NetMaster, which supports real-time bandwidth monitoring. Networx is available in two licenses: Home and Business and can also be tried for a limited period of time.