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What it is
Network Activity Indicator is a free Windows utility from IT Samples that places the classic two-monitor network icon in the system tray. It shows incoming and outgoing packet activity across every available network interface. The program is a standalone executable, so running it adds the tray icon without a separate installation workflow. Right-clicking the icon opens its settings. Version 1.9 is available as 32-bit and 64-bit ZIP packages and as self-installing executables; those downloads are dated February 28, 2026. The page lists language files and explains that a translation is installed by placing NetworkIndicator.lng beside the program. IT Samples permits qualifying home or work use without a commercial license fee, including use on specified primary-user or company computers when downloaded directly from itsamples.com. Redistribution, embedding, linking into another program, or technical support on customer computers requires a commercial license. Igor Tolmachev is identified as the developer, with support handled at [email protected].
Spec sheet
- Purpose
- Displays the classic two-monitors icon in the Windows system tray to show network activity.Read 9 Oct 2026 · itsamples.com
- Support
- The maker directs support and new-version questions to [email protected].Read 9 Oct 2026 · itsamples.com
- Maker
- The IT Samples site says its utilities are developed by Igor Tolmachev.Read 4 Oct 2026 · itsamples.com
- Commercial licensing limits
- A commercial license is required for uses outside the stated free-use conditions, including redistribution, embedding or linking in another program, and technical support on customer computers.Read 9 Oct 2026 · itsamples.com
- Download revision
- The version 1.9 downloads are dated February 28, 2026.Read 4 Oct 2026 · itsamples.com
- Downloads
- Version 1.9 is offered in 32-bit and 64-bit ZIP and self-install executable downloads.Read 9 Oct 2026 · itsamples.com
- Free use conditions
- Use at home or work without a commercial license fee is permitted for qualifying primary-user computers, certain company computers, or computers within the user’s residence.Read 9 Oct 2026 · itsamples.com
- Languages
- The page provides language files and instructions for translating the utility’s menus, dialog boxes, and strings.Read 9 Oct 2026 · itsamples.com
- License limits
- Redistribution, embedding or linking the software to another program, and use for technical support on customer computers require a commercial license.Read 4 Oct 2026 · itsamples.com
- Licensing
- IT Samples permits home or work use without a commercial license fee under specified conditions, including downloading directly from itsamples.com.Read 4 Oct 2026 · itsamples.com
- Settings
- Program settings can be customized by right-clicking the system tray icon.Read 9 Oct 2026 · itsamples.com
- Setup
- The utility is a standalone executable that adds an icon to the system tray when run.Read 9 Oct 2026 · itsamples.com
- Traffic indicators
- Indicates outgoing and incoming network packets on all available interfaces.Read 9 Oct 2026 · itsamples.com
Plans and prices
Freeware Free Free for specified personal or employee use · commercial license required for redistribution, embedding, or customer support use Read 9 Oct 2026 · itsamples.com
Strong points and limits
Strong points
- Free plan costs nothing
- Shows incoming and outgoing packets
- Supports 32-bit and 64-bit downloads
- Settings open from the tray icon
- Language files are documented
Limits
- Windows only
- Commercial license required for redistribution
- Commercial license required for customer support use
Who it suits
It suits Windows users who want a tray indicator for packet activity on available interfaces. Organizations considering redistribution, embedding, or customer-computer support need commercial licensing.
Verdict
Network Activity Indicator focuses on a small, visible Windows tray display for network packets. Its free-use terms are specific, so commercial redistribution or support scenarios require separate licensing.
Where Specifiction places it
- System Information Software#22 of 347.2
