GlassWire is a firewall application for Windows PCs that can be used to monitor network activity, monitor bandwidth usage statistics and prevent certain applications from connecting to the internet.
As we already know, there are many Windows applications running in the background that are connected to the internet, it is possible that some of them run malicious activities that can threaten your data.
By using this application you can find out which applications are connected to the internet, including applications that are running in the background, and you can even see information about the host that is communicating with the application. If a suspicious application is found, you can prevent the application from connecting to the internet, so that the application cannot communicate with the intended host.
GlassWire Features
There are many network monitoring and firewall applications that you can use on your Windows PC, including NetLimiter, ZoneAlarm Free Firewall, TinyWall and so on.
This application is usually chosen by users who want to use a network monitoring application that is equipped with features to control the firewall. The number of users who prefer to use this application is certainly not without reason, here are some features and advantages of GlassWire that you need to know.
1. Monitor application and network activity
Using this app you can monitor incoming and outgoing network traffic in real-time. This application will display information about each service or process that is using your bandwidth. To make it easier for users to read the information, this application presents bandwidth reports in graphic format which are automatically updated according to your network activity.
2. Equipped with a network security check feature
Besides being able to be used to monitor the network, this application is also equipped with features to check network security such as a system file change detection feature, a feature to detect device list changes, ARP spoofing monitoring and so on.
The application will also display a warning if your computer communicates with an IP or domain that is detected as a threat.
3. Monitor the devices connected to the network
Your WiFi connection or home network feels slow? It might be because your neighbor is logging on to WiFi without permission and using it to download large files or watch movies.
To make sure your WiFi connection is used by other people or not, you can also use this app to monitor all devices connected to your home network or WiFi. In short, if you are looking for a firewall application that is also equipped with network and bandwidth monitoring features, then GlassWire is one application that you need to consider.
Release Notes
- Fixed an issue reported on HackerOne.
- Fixed trial system issue.
- Fixed bugs and improved other features.
Download the Latest GlassWire
- Latest Version: 2.3.397
- Publisher: GlassWire
- Operating System: Windows
- App Category: Security & Privacy
- License: Trial
