WifiInfoView

Pros

• Collects useful data from nearby networks
• Data can be exported in many different formats
• Lightweight application

Cons

• Steep learning curve
• Some routers automatically block network scanners

WifiInfoView is a comprehensive scanning app that collects information on all of the wireless networks in your area. Within moments of downloading this program, you will have access to all types of vital information. This piece of software is going to be an invaluable tool if you are struggling with slow internet speeds or unusually wireless interference. Here is a quick look at just a few of the features that can be found in WiFiInfoView.

When you first open this application, you will need to give it permission to access your wireless card. Once the wireless card has been detected, a new screen will pop up with all of the nearby wireless networks. Depending on what type of network card you are using, you might be able to find dozens of wireless networks from all over your neighborhood. Those networks are laid out in a simple spreadsheet that is easy to skim through.

After you have pinged a network, you will be given information such as the signal quality, information size, which wireless channel is being used, and what frequency the router is set at. WifiInfoView also tells you exactly which type of router is projecting the signal. One of the most useful features in this app is the maximum speed category. The numbers aren’t going to be extremely precise, but WifiInfoView can estimate download and upload speeds before you log into a network.

There are a few different reasons why you might want to download this piece of software. WifiInfoView will be very useful if you regularly log into public networks. If you are at a coffee shop or store, you can quickly see which network is going to be the fastest. This program will also tell you which of the networks are most secure and how many devices are on each of them. You should also consider this software if you regularly struggle with wireless interference at home. Changing your router to an unused channel could improve your download and upload speeds.

Pros

• Collects useful data from nearby networks
• Data can be exported in many different formats
• Lightweight application

Cons

• Steep learning curve
• Some routers automatically block network scanners