Network monitoring can be achieved using various applications or a combination of plug-and-play hardware and software appliances. Virtually any kind of network can be monitored.

When it comes to home network monitoring tools, there is no one-size-fits-all solution. You need to factor in ease of use, ...

Network monitoring is far more strategic than its name implies. It involves watching for problems 24/7, but it's also about optimizing data flow and access in a complex and changing environment.

How-To. Using ntopng for Network Visualization and Monitoring. By Tom Fenton; 03/04/2025; In a previous article, I wrote about/confessed what a mess my home/home lab networking was and discussed ...

Many frustrated IT administrators have turned to free tools to monitor, configure and map their networked devices. Here are 26 examples of open source network management software tools to help you ...

So network administrators need a robust network monitoring tool that helps them manage the network, identify problems before they cause downtime, and quickly resolve issues when something goes wrong.

Today, Martin Colello provides us with an introduction to network monitoring with Big Brother, an excellent tool for enterprise-level monitoring solutions. For this week's Tools, Tips and Tweaks ...

In network monitoring, the whole goal is to be able to monitor the right things. You don’t want too much data, or you’ll be flooded. Too little, and you miss important info.

Network performance monitoring tools must adapt to handle virtual infrastructure, new applications and hybrid cloud environments. Learn whether the network monitoring market is ready in this Q&A.