Download WirelessMon 0.9 build 1001 beta

PassMark, known for BurnInTest and PerformanceTest, among others, is developing a new tool called WirelessMon. The program has just arrived at version 0.9 build 1001 and can here are downloaded. The program allows you to monitor the status of the wireless network and its hardware. For example, the program can help diagnose problems and measure network speeds and throughput. There is no changelog, but this list of options can be found on the website:

The utility allow you to,

• Verify 802.11 network configuration is correct.
• Test WiFi hardware and device drivers are functioning correctly.
• Check signal levels from your local WiFi network and nearby networks.
• Help locate sources of interference to your network.
• Scan for hot spots in your local area (wardriving)
• Correctly locate your wireless antenna (especially important for directional antennas).
• Verify the security settings for local access points.
• Measure network speed & throughput and view available data rates.
• Help check Wifi network coverage and range

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