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Networking Software for Mac

CNET Download.com features all the latest network-management software, including remote-access applications, network monitoring software, Internet operations software, and everything else you'll need to keep things running smoothly. See all 828 products in this category.

for the week of: November 08Downloads
  1. 1.
    TeamViewer

    Remote Access4,004

  2. 2.
    Cisco VPN Client

    Remote Access516

  3. 3.
    PS3 Media Server

    File Server Software332

  4. 4.
    KisMAC

    Wireless Networking Software191

  5. Manage and share your photos.
  6. 5.
    Remobo

    Remote Access181

  7. 6.
    HamachiX

    Remote Access176

  8. 7.
  9. Get the scoop on what you need to secure your PC.
  10. 8.
    Oracle 10g

    Wireless Networking Software71

  11. 9.
    AirRadar

    Wireless Networking Software69

  12. 10.
    DynDNS Updater

    Internet Operations67

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Release date
  1. Splunk Nov 09

    Wireless Networking Software

  2. IP Address Menu Nov 09

    Network Tools

  3. cURL Nov 06

    Remote Access

  4. Remobo Nov 05

    Remote Access

  5. Net Monitor Nov 05

    Network Management Software

  6. ZOC Terminal Nov 04

    Network Tools

  7. DAVE Nov 03

    Network Management Software

  8. ADmitMac Nov 03

    Network Management Software

  9. CommuniGate Pro Nov 03

    Internet Operations

  10. Zenoss Core Nov 02

    Network Management Software

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  1. 1.
    LogMeIn Free

    Get instant secure access to programs and e-mail from anywhere.

  2. 2.
    ShareTool

    Securely access your Bonjour services from anywhere.

  3. 3.
    Dejal Simon

    Monitor web sites & servers for changes or failures.

  4. 4.
    AirRadar

    Advanced wireless network scanner/stumbler.

  5. 5.
    Freedom

    Disables networking for up to eight hours at a time.

  6. 6.
    Remobo

    Build your own instant private network.

  7. 7.
    DynDNS Updater

    Client for use with DNS services from DynDNS.

  8. 8.
    Server Tools

    Shut down, start up, and perform PC functions over network.

  9. 9.
    Cisco VPN Client

    IPsec VPN client (login required).

  10. 10.
    CyberGauge

    Facilitate monitoring devices and bandwidth utilization.

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an introduction to Networking Software

The broader concept of networking encompasses any interaction among two or more people or machines. For our purposes, the software included in the Networking category relates to the systems that allow computers, portable devices, and other machines to connect to each other and other such networks, including the globally connected system of servers and computers commonly known as the Internet.

The subject of computer networking often falls into the category of information technology or information systems, though it is not restricted to the business and enterprise IS/IT audience. Today, even novice PC users are constructing and maintaining their own home networks, and many workers access their business computers from other locations using remote access. For establishing and maintaining a wireless home network protected against external threats, see our feature How to secure a wireless network.

Successful networks depend on a large number of variable factors, and managing those elements is a key ingredient in maintaining a reliable and effective system. Products such as Bandwidth Monitor Pro, Packet Analyzer Enterprise Edition, and SysAid Help Desk and Inventory offer assistance in tracking and monitoring your network.

As the growth of Wi-Fi technologies such as the 802.11g standard continues, more products are beginning to offer security for wireless networks and devices, including Trend Micro PC-cillin and McAfee Wireless Home Network Security. We can only expect the trend to accelerate as more cities, cafes, and other public and private spaces adopt Wi-Fi.