Fing vs Microsoft Gadgets

Fing

Description: Fing is a free network scanning app for iOS and Android devices. It provides information about all devices connected to your WiFi network, such as IP addresses, MAC addresses, device names, vendors, and open ports. Fing is useful for network troubleshooting, security audits, and general network visibility.

Type: software

Microsoft Gadgets

Description: Microsoft Gadgets were mini-applications and feeds that could be placed on the Windows Vista and Windows 7 desktop. They provided information at a glance, like news feeds, clocks, and slideshows.

Type: software

Fing Features

• Network scanning
• Device identification
• Port scanning
• Network diagnostics
• Network security auditing

Microsoft Gadgets Features

• Mini-applications that run on Windows desktop
• Displayed information like news, weather, clocks, calendars
• Customizable widgets for personal use
• RSS/Atom feed support
• Sidebar for organizing gadgets
• Scripting support