NetworkActiv Port Scanner

NetworkActiv Port Scanner is a very nice application suitable for scanning ports in your LAN connection and adjusting some settings.

It's packed with all sort of neat tools and it's suitable for those who are experienced with configuring network connections, as well as novices.

The interface is quite intuitive with lots of tools at hand and the option to launch a scan automatically right after NetworkActiv Port Scanner was installed. You can choose from multiple scan modes, like the advanced mode for users experienced in port scanning and similar tasks.

There's another mode for novice users and one for all types of users that walks them through steps to accomplish port scanning, network scanning and similar tasks with ease.

Pick the mode that you would like to use and start scanning. You can save your selection and the next time you launch the application it will automatically start with the mode you've chosen.

It comes with a feature that allows users to find computers, servers and other network devices on the local network or the same sub-net as a given host name.

You can also check a computer, server or other network device for certain possible remote vulnerabilities. This also allows you to remotely see certain other characteristics such as response time, servers running, operating system and more.

However, you must specify the host name and choose the local network. You can search on HTTP servers, FTP servers and Windows file shares, as well as choose a speed for your scans.

The application lets you perform a protocol scan, check for trace-route and check hosts for known ports. NetworkActiv Port Scanner is a very nice application that allows you to scan your network, check for computers connected to it, scan ports and adjust tools. It's suitable for tech-savvy users as well as for novices.