IP Watcher

If you're looking for a powerful software to monitor your public and local IP address, IP Watcher is a great option. This application can detect changes in your IP address and send an email or SMS text message alert containing the new WAN IP address, computer name, local IP address, and time of the change. It's especially useful for computers with dynamically assigned IP addresses that need to be accessed remotely, such as through Windows XP Remote Desktop or PC Anywhere.

IP Watcher also includes an icon in the Windows system tray that you can click to view its status or right-click for configuration options. The latest version (3.0) runs as a Windows service, so you don't need to be logged in to the computer to use it.

One of IP Watcher's standout features is its ability to notify you of changed IP addresses via email or SMS text message. You can configure the software to use a built-in emailer or your SMTP mail server for notifications, and it can send notifications in the background so you can still access a remote system even if the IP address has changed.

The newest feature in IP Watcher is mobile text message alerts. If you enter your mobile phone number and select your wireless carrier, IP Watcher can send an SMS text message alert when it detects an IP address change. This is another useful tool that can help you stay connected to your remote computer even if its IP address changes.

Overall, IP Watcher is a versatile and user-friendly software that's perfect for anyone who needs to monitor their IP address for remote access. Don't get left out in the cold - take control of your remote access today with IP Watcher!