This software provides audible alarms for internet connections and disconnections through dial-up modems. It includes a speed monitor, logging options, and can monitor connections initiated by other applications. It is compatible with various network interfaces.
I recently came across a set of various audible and visual alarms for Internet connections (and disconnections) by dial-up modem, which proved to be quite useful. If you're someone like me who shares a single modem among multiple computers in a local area network, you'll definitely appreciate this tool. It prevents unintentional and unnoticed connections that could lead to accidental internet usage.
The software sounds an alarm when the modem dials, connects or disconnects, making sure you're always aware of your Internet usage. Additionally, it also sounds an alarm at preset times when you're online or when the connection is idle (optional). This feature comes in handy if you'd like to take a break and step away from the computer while running a download.
For advanced users, the software allows for even more customization. It sounds an alarm when your preset monthly time online is exceeded or when your preset monthly download volume is exceeded. You'll also be able to view connection progress, connection status, error messages and the brand or type of modem you're using.
Furthermore, the software displays your ISP-account name and your own IP-address, as well as connection statistics such as DCE speed, bytes sent, bytes received, and the time the connection is active. You can also keep a viewable and printable log file of online time and data upload/download.
The tool offers easy connection selection from a list of all available external connections. It also monitors connections initiated by other applications, making it easier to keep track of when and how your computer is connecting to the internet. The software runs in the system tray and will alert you when connected via a flashing icon. Plus, if you're bored of the tool's default alarm sound, you also have the option to replace it with custom wav-files of your choice.
Finally, the tool offers a fully customizable experience, with the option to configure individual settings such as a connection speed monitor displaying actual, peak, and average values of upload and download traffic. You can also use the speed monitor to monitor other interfaces than dial-up (modem) interface, such as the network interface of the LAN.
Overall, I found this software review system to be excellent; it runs on all versions of Windows 9x, Windows 2000, Windows NT, and Windows XP, with automatic installation and uninstallation. So, if you're someone who uses dial-up internet on your PC regularly, I highly recommend this tool.
The software sounds an alarm when the modem dials, connects or disconnects, making sure you're always aware of your Internet usage. Additionally, it also sounds an alarm at preset times when you're online or when the connection is idle (optional). This feature comes in handy if you'd like to take a break and step away from the computer while running a download.
For advanced users, the software allows for even more customization. It sounds an alarm when your preset monthly time online is exceeded or when your preset monthly download volume is exceeded. You'll also be able to view connection progress, connection status, error messages and the brand or type of modem you're using.
Furthermore, the software displays your ISP-account name and your own IP-address, as well as connection statistics such as DCE speed, bytes sent, bytes received, and the time the connection is active. You can also keep a viewable and printable log file of online time and data upload/download.
The tool offers easy connection selection from a list of all available external connections. It also monitors connections initiated by other applications, making it easier to keep track of when and how your computer is connecting to the internet. The software runs in the system tray and will alert you when connected via a flashing icon. Plus, if you're bored of the tool's default alarm sound, you also have the option to replace it with custom wav-files of your choice.
Finally, the tool offers a fully customizable experience, with the option to configure individual settings such as a connection speed monitor displaying actual, peak, and average values of upload and download traffic. You can also use the speed monitor to monitor other interfaces than dial-up (modem) interface, such as the network interface of the LAN.
Overall, I found this software review system to be excellent; it runs on all versions of Windows 9x, Windows 2000, Windows NT, and Windows XP, with automatic installation and uninstallation. So, if you're someone who uses dial-up internet on your PC regularly, I highly recommend this tool.
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