The Dude

7.14.2 Network monitoring tool for Windows

Fernando Ortega

Tool that provides real-time network monitoring and alerts for the identification of network issues and troubleshooting.

Network scanning software which maps network layouts and monitors services of connected devices.

The Dude is a comprehensive and advanced freeware network monitoring app and networking program, developed by MikroTik for Windows.

The download has been tested by an editor here on a PC and a list of features has been compiled; see below.

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The Dude will layout your network on a map and will monitor services of devices

The Dude is an incredibly powerful and comprehensive software package that is capable of managing, monitoring, and troubleshooting a wide variety of computer networks. It is particularly well-suited for businesses and other organizations that need to manage large-scale networks, as it provides a comprehensive suite of tools and features that can easily be adapted to any environment.

The Dude sports an intuitive user interface that makes it easy to access all of its features. The main window is divided into two sections, with the left side displaying the list of available networks and the right side showing detailed information about the network. The interface is highly customizable, so users can easily customize the display of network information to suit their individual needs. The Dude also offers a range of advanced features, such as automatic network mapping, detailed monitoring of network performance, and powerful troubleshooting tools.

The Dude network monitor is a new application by MikroTik which can dramatically improve the way you manage your network enviroment. It will automatically scan all devices within specified subnets, draw and layout a map of your networks, monitor services of your devices and alert you in case some service has problems.

Features of The Dude

  • Bandwidth Management: Manage and control bandwidth usage.
  • Event Management: Monitor network events for quick response.
  • Firewall Configuration: Configure and manage firewall policies.
  • Log Analysis: Analyze log files to detect anomalies.
  • Logging & Reporting: Generate and analyze reports to help troubleshoot network issues.
  • Network Discovery: Automatically detect network devices.
  • Network Monitoring: Monitor networks and detect possible intrusions.
  • Network Performance: Monitor and optimize network performance.
  • Protocol Analysis: Analyze all network traffic for protocol violations.
  • Security Alerts: Receive alert notifications for suspicious activity.
  • System Integration: Integrate with existing systems for a unified view.
  • Traffic Filtering: Filter traffic to prioritize important data.
  • VoIP Monitoring: Monitor VoIP traffic in real-time.

Compatibility and License

The Dude is provided under a freeware license on Windows from network software with no restrictions on usage. Download and installation of this PC software is free and 7.14.2 is the latest version last time we checked.

What version of Windows can The Dude run on?

The Dude can be used on a computer running Windows 11 or Windows 10. Previous versions of the OS shouldn't be a problem with Windows 8 and Windows 7 having been tested. It comes in both 32-bit and 64-bit downloads.


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  2. Free Network Software
  3. Network Monitoring Software
The Dude has been picked by our editors as very good.
The Dude has been tested for viruses and malware.
We have tested The Dude 7.14.2 against malware with several different programs. We certify that this program is clean of viruses, malware and trojans.