Cost / License
- Free
- Open Source
Application type
Platforms
- Linux
- BSD
- Solaris

wavemon is described as 'Wireless device monitoring application that allows you to watch signal and noise levels, packet statistics, device configuration and network parameters of your wireless network hardware. It should work (though with varying features) with all devices supported by the' and is a Network Monitor in the network & admin category. There are more than 10 alternatives to wavemon for a variety of platforms, including Linux, Windows, Mac, Android and Android Tablet apps. The best wavemon alternative is inSSIDer. It's not free, so if you're looking for a free alternative, you could try Wi-Fi Info or Homedale. Other great apps like wavemon are KillerScan, WiFi Analyzer - VREM, NetStumbler and Munin.





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