I very frequently need to change my IP address, Subnet Mask, Gateway and DNS whenever I am from home to work or vice versa. That’s because I use static IP at home for some software port forwarding purposes and DHCP auto IP address assignment when at work.
To make my life easier, I found a free software that can easily help me to switch between network settings. Yeah, it’s quite normal but let me assure you that this software has a little more advantage compared to other network settings switching program.
Net Profiles is able to help mobile computing becomes a whole lot easier. It eliminates the need to manually reconfigure your network settings when you move your desktop/laptop computer to another location. Once a profile is created, Net Profiles can configure your IP settings, proxy settings, mapped drives, default printer, wallpaper, and screen resolution with a click of a button; as well as run any number of user-defined applications upon activation of a profile.
Net Profiles Features:
* Save your network settings as profiles.
* Automatically activate wireless profiles when specified wireless connections are detected.
* Change IP Address, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway, Primary and Secondary DNS Servers, WINS Server, and DHCP settings with the click of a button.
* Specify different mapped drives for each profile.
* Change your default printer based on which profile you’re currently using.
* Automatically change you profile via program shortcuts created with Net Profiles.
* Change the default homepage for Internet Explorer and Firefox.
* Proxy settings for Internet Explorer and Firefox.
* Run a user-defined list of programs when a profile is activated.
* Maintain separate desktop wallpaper for each profile.
* Change screen resolutions and color quality when profiles are activated.
Why I said Net Profiles is better than other network settings switching program is because it is totally free. You can use it for both commercial and non-commercial purposes! Other than that, you can proxy settings for your browser, map drives, set wallpaper and screen resolution, and even auto activate Wireless SSID for different profiles! The main window gives you the familiar look of Windows XP network connections. Definitely the BEST free network settings switching software!
Note: Microsoft .NET 2.0 is needed. If you don’t have it, Net Profiles installer will allow you to install Microsoft .NET 2.0.