3.9
out
of
5
of
5
Rated By
39 Users
39 Users
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Program Information
License:
Freeware
Size:
1.26 MB
Updated:
Downloads:
29254
Platform:
Windows All
Publisher:
netstumbler.com(more)
Website:
FindMySoft Editor's Review
NetStumbler
There are quite a few things you are going to like about the Marius Milner-developed application NetStumbler and then there are a few things you are not going to like. Let’s take a progressive look at your NetStumbler experience and see what you are going to like and what you are not going to like.
The first step you must take, should you decide to put this application to the test, is to get it off the web and onto your computer. Since the download weighs in at a mere 1.3MB, you are going to like that getting NetStumbler off the web and onto your computer will only take a moment. You are also going to like that installing the app on your Windows-powered computer will take very little time as well.
Speaking of the Windows operating system, you are not going to like that it does not support Vista and Windows 7. It works fine with Windows XP, not so much with Vista and Windows 7. On the bright side, Marius Milner did announce that he’s working a new NetSumbler release that would properly support Vista and Windows 7 and would support Garmin USB GPS, Bluetooth GPS, and add support for kismet drones as data sources. One the downside, that announcement was made in February 2010 – no word since.
Once NetStumbler is up and running, you are going to like the functionality it has to offer. What can this tool be used for? Here’s the lowdown:
- To detect wireless local area networks. It lists all the WiFi networks, their signal strength and whether they are password protected or not.
- To detect other networks that may be interfering with your own.
- To detect unauthorized access points or rogue access points.
- For wardriving (searching for Wi-Fi in a moving vehicle).
- To find locations with poor coverage in your wireless local area network.
Last but not least, you are going to like that NetStumbler is free. You can enjoy its functionality without parting with your hard earned money.
Pros
Cons
Additional information on NetStumbler is available here.
You can download NetStumbler free here.
The first step you must take, should you decide to put this application to the test, is to get it off the web and onto your computer. Since the download weighs in at a mere 1.3MB, you are going to like that getting NetStumbler off the web and onto your computer will only take a moment. You are also going to like that installing the app on your Windows-powered computer will take very little time as well.
Speaking of the Windows operating system, you are not going to like that it does not support Vista and Windows 7. It works fine with Windows XP, not so much with Vista and Windows 7. On the bright side, Marius Milner did announce that he’s working a new NetSumbler release that would properly support Vista and Windows 7 and would support Garmin USB GPS, Bluetooth GPS, and add support for kismet drones as data sources. One the downside, that announcement was made in February 2010 – no word since.
Once NetStumbler is up and running, you are going to like the functionality it has to offer. What can this tool be used for? Here’s the lowdown:
- To detect wireless local area networks. It lists all the WiFi networks, their signal strength and whether they are password protected or not.
- To detect other networks that may be interfering with your own.
- To detect unauthorized access points or rogue access points.
- For wardriving (searching for Wi-Fi in a moving vehicle).
- To find locations with poor coverage in your wireless local area network.
Last but not least, you are going to like that NetStumbler is free. You can enjoy its functionality without parting with your hard earned money.
Pros
- Lightweight download
- Easy to use
- Detects and lists WiFi networks
- Free
Cons
- No Vista and Windows 7 support
Additional information on NetStumbler is available here.
You can download NetStumbler free here.
NetStumbler Awards
NetStumbler Editor's Review Rating
NetStumbler has been reviewed by George Norman on
20 May 2011. Based on the user interface, features and complexity, Findmysoft has rated
NetStumbler
3
out of 5 stars, naming it Very Good
