Name: Colligo Workgroup Edition
License: Demo 30 days
System Requirements: Win 98/2000/XP, 802.11 (wifi) capable computer.

Colligo Workgroup Edition software enables any wireless capable laptop, desktop or tablet PC to instantly and securely network to one or more computers, no matter where you are. At the coffee shop, at home, at the office, at a customer/vendor, at the park, create an instant wireless (ad-hoc) network with one click. Once you have the connection, Colligo Workgroup provides you with applications that enable you to share files, share an Internet connection, share a printer, collaborate on a document, chat, schedule meetings in Outlook and much more.

Name: PCTEL Segue Roaming Client
License: Demo 30 days
System Requirements: Win 98/Me/NT4/2000/XP, Wi-Fi card

The PCTEL Segue Roaming Client is the premier tool for managing access to Wi-Fi (802.11) networks. Users can automatically detect and connect to any available Wi-Fi network and save connection details for simple roaming among known networks. An integrated location finder provides information on available public Wi-Fi networks or ‘Hotspots’. Support is also provided for the latest Wi-Fi security techniques such as 802.1x and Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA). The PCTEL Segue Roaming Client offers powerful Wi-Fi connection tools and an intuitive and well designed user interface. In the home, at work, or in the growing number of Wi-Fi ‘Hotspots’, the Roaming Client provides the simplest way to stay connected! Additional versions of the software provide support for connection to cellular data networks and support roaming between cellular and Wi-Fi networks.

Name: Netstumbler
License: Free
System Requirements: Win 98/Me/NT4/2000/XP, Wi-Fi card

Setting up a wireless network isn't easy and the hardest part is making sure you've got it working properly. Netstumbler helps you optimize your wireless network by showing you if it has any holes. With Netstumbler, you can locate WLAN areas with poor coverage and detect other networks that may be interfering with your network. You can also detect unauthorized access points.