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The Internet Tab: Automated Internet Speed Tests and More
Every so often, even a good Internet connection can suffer from latency. The best way to learn if the problem is at your end, with your ISP, or elsewhere, is to use Fing. We provide you with a variety of performance tracking features, now centralized in a single tab called the Internet Tab. Its most prominent feature, the Internet Speed Test, is now also fully automated to help you keep...
21 Incredibly Interesting Internet Facts
Checking train times, booking restaurants, watching video’s online… We use the Internet every day to do many different jobs. The Internet has completely reshaped our lives since its introduction. And its use is only growing, which is why people increasingly rely on Internet management tools like Fing to control all their connected devices. But what do you really know about the Internet? Here are 21 incredibly interesting Internet facts that you probably...
Increase Your Home Network Security with Fing’s Security Features
With the release of Fing App version 11.5.0 and Fing Desktop version 2.7.0, we’re introducing a whole new Security tab with brand new features for better home network security. Download Fing Desktop Download Fing App What changes and new features can you expect? Alongside the existing tabs in your Fing App, a new Security tab will be visible. To access it on Fing App, you’ll simply select your network on...
Monitor your desktop network straight from your phone with Fing 11
Awesome news coming your way! We have just released Fing 11, the newest version of Fing App. In this upgrade, we have included the possibility for you to manage your Fing Desktop network directly from your mobile phone. This allows you to keep track of the continuous monitoring of Fing Desktop on Fing App, which now manages your Fing products all at once. Download Fing Desktop Download Fing App Fing...
Proxy versus VPNs
Every day, more and more people feel at risk when using the internet. The current circumstances have pushed internet usage and connectivity time to its maximum, therefore it is of extreme importance to be safe while using your connected devices. As we have mentioned in a previous blog post, VPNs (or virtual private networks) are a great way to be protected against hacking, especially when working from home. However, they...
Using a VPN while working from home
People from all over the world are still forced to work remotely because of the outbreak of Covid-19. This change has allowed many cyber criminals to take advantage of the low security of home networks and personal devices. Indeed, reports show an increase in malwares and phising websites, which are sites designed to steal private data from users. It is very important to be safe and social distance during these...
Fing becomes part of a bigger family
Fing joins forces with Lansweeper, leader in IT Asset Management We are happy to inform you that, as of today October 14th, 2020, Lansweeper, the leading IT Asset Management platform, has announced the acquisition of Fing. This addition will extend and enhance Lansweeper’s own IT network discovery capabilities by adding Fing’s unique device recognition capabilities to the company’s product portfolio. Moreover, this change will allow Fing to grow beyond expectations,...
Internet outage trends during Covid-19 pandemic
The Covid-19 outbreak is now a worldwide issue and the most adopted countermeasure is social distancing: citizens across the world are asked to stay inside their homes in an attempt to limit the outbreak. People from all over the world had to suddenly change routines to “indoor mode”, as almost every activity is moved inside their own houses. This is a big stress for home Internet connectivity, that is now...
Drop of Internet performance in Europe during Covid-19 outbreak
It has been two months since Europe has been fighting against the coronavirus, which has forced citizens across countries to stay inside their homes in an attempt to limit the spread of the disease. The European population quickly had to change its routines and everyday lives, moving every activity inside their own houses. The main changes include working remotely and online classes. However, the restriction to stay inside has also...