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How to Schedule Automated Router Vulnerability Tests
Have you ever worried about your router vulnerability? Our routers are the gateway to the Internet, allowing home networks to connect with the whole world. But they could also lead intruders or malicious strangers inside your Wi-Fi… and once the breach has been open, nothing will stop them from reaching all your connected devices (and eventually your data). Are you feeling scared already? Don’t worry! With the latest releases of Fing...
Security breaches: how to fix them?
Do you suspect someone has hacked into your network? Maybe you’re experiencing strange Internet activity on your computer, or an unrecognized device is showing up in your Fing network scan. These can be signs that your network security was breached. Security breaches can be scary, but they can be solved and prevented. We’ll give you some pointers on how to do both. Download Fing Desktop Download Fing App What is...
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,...