NetSpeedApp

If you've always considered finding an application that can monitor your upload and download speeds in real-time, NetSpeedApp should be what you're looking for. This program might seem small and useless, but it is in fact a powerful analysis app that can give users a look into how well their network actually performs. You'll have to choose your Ethernet adapter or the hardware you're currently using to establish a successful internet connection.

The program itself doesn't really feature any way for the user to participate in the analysis process. In fact, the only changeable aspect is the hardware selecting dropdown menu. The idea is that if you have multiple ways of connecting to the network, the app gives users the opportunity to select the right option, the one that actually receives and transmits measurable signals. Do keep in mind the program shows real-time statistics. If all you can notice are zero values, then you're either not making use of your connection or you've set the wrong hardware element.

The most important aspect when dealing with this app is the fact that you can actually measure how fast your network performs in real-time. In other words, if your provider gives some debatable usage statistics and values, you can test your network to see if these are indeed true. It's also a great way to diagnose any issues your hardware might encounter when being connected to the internet. Lastly, you can make sure all your components work as intended and check how putting a load on your network changes its behavior, ultimately identifying its level of stability.

NetSpeedApp is an application that won't bother the user in any way. It's a great way to keep an eye on how your network performs, and ultimately an even greater asset in checking how your connection handles stress. The added always-on-top perk further improves this application's relevance.