NETGEAR Genie is a comprehensive program for Windows that enables you to monitor and analyze the network you are connected to. It comes with a user-friendly graphical interface which is split into various sections to ensure quick access to all available features and instruments.

Main capabilities

With the help of this utility, you can view a graphical representation of your Internet traffic, including both upload and download speeds. It is also possible to display a list of all the installed apps on your PC which are open and use a network connection. Thus, you have the ability to see if any of them strains your bandwidth.

Detailed network information

The program is very fast. In a few seconds after launch, it provides you with a complete network map. You are able to view all the names of the machines that are linked to it and access detailed information like connection type, status, IP and MAC address. Moreover, you have the option to set the tool to notify you when a new device is added to the network.

Additional functions

Besides monitoring, the software solution offers capabilities for applying certain restrictions to the web content that is made available on a PC. Thanks to the parental control feature, you can block a wide array of website categories. In case you want to bypass these limitations, you may use various VPN utilities, such as CyberGhost VPN or Lantern.

Features

free to download and use;
compatible with modern Windows versions;
allows you to monitor and analyze network traffic;
it is possible to set specific web content restrictions;
you can view information about connected devices.