NETworkManager
A powerful open-source tool for managing networks and troubleshooting network problems!
A free, open-source Windows app that combines over a dozen network tools, remote desktop, SSH, port scanner, ping monitor, WiFi analyzer, and more, into a single polished interface with profile management.
NETworkManager is a free, open-source Windows application that brings together a wide range of network administration and troubleshooting tools into a single interface. Instead of switching between separate programs to ping a server, scan a network, or connect remotely, you can do all of that from one place.
The built-in tools cover both remote access and diagnostics. On the remote access side, it supports connecting to other computers via Remote Desktop (RDP), SSH and serial connections through PuTTY, VNC through TigerVNC, and PowerShell sessions including WSL and Kubernetes tools. On the diagnostics side, it includes a WiFi analyzer, IP scanner, port scanner, ping monitor, traceroute, DNS lookup, and LLDP/CDP network protocol capture, among others.
Hosts and networks can be organized into profiles, which are saved sets of connection details. Profile files can be encrypted so that sensitive credentials and addresses are protected at rest. Multiple profile files can be used to keep different clients or environments separate from each other, which is useful for IT professionals managing several networks.
The tool is aimed at system administrators, network engineers, and home lab users who want a polished all-in-one solution rather than a collection of separate command-line utilities. For organizations, it supports MSI installation, signed binaries, and system-wide policy configuration for centralized management. It can also be installed and updated through Chocolatey, WinGet, and Evergreen package managers.
The interface is available in more than 16 languages and supports both light and dark themes with adjustable accent colors. There are no ads, subscriptions, or paid tiers. The project is community-driven and welcomes contributions and translations. The full README is longer than what was shown.
Where it fits
- Scan your network for connected devices and open ports from one app instead of juggling multiple tools.
- Connect to remote servers via RDP, SSH, VNC, or PowerShell sessions all from a single window.
- Monitor whether a server stays reachable over time using the built-in ping monitor.
- Organize connection details for multiple clients or environments into encrypted, separate profile files.