Network & Admin Apps for Mac

Open source virtualization tool supporting x86/AMD64, runs on Windows, Linux, Mac, Solaris. Offers portable, lightweight, ad-free use.

Foremost network protocol analyzer with multi-platform support, deep protocol inspection, VoIP analysis, and extensive file format compatibility.

Open-source hypervisor emulating CPUs via dynamic translation. Supports unmodified guest OS, allows mixed binary translation and native execution.

Free, open-source utility for network security auditing and exploration with capabilities for OS detection, service identification, and large network scans.

OpenSSH is a free version of the SSH connectivity tools that technical users rely on. OpenSSH encrypts all traffic (including passwords) to effectively eliminate eavesdropping, connection hijacking, and other attacks.

Chrome Remote Desktop allows users to remotely access another computer through Chrome browser or a Chromebook. Computers can be made available on an short-term basis for scenarios such as ad hoc remote support, or on a more long-term basis for remote access to your applications...

Open-source, cross-platform network scanner for fast, simple IP and port scanning. Lightweight with no installation needed, extensible via plugins.

Cloud-based DNS for blocking ads, trackers, and malicious domains, offering real-time stats, parental controls, and customizable filtering for every device.

DocFetcher is an Open Source desktop search application: It allows you to search the contents of files on your computer. — You can think of it as Google for your local files. The application runs on Windows, Linux and macOS, and is made available under the Eclipse Public License.

Virtualization tool enabling seamless operation of Windows and Linux on Mac. Support for Windows 11 on Apple Silicon with resource customization.

Network scanner discovers devices, monitors ISP performance, sets security checks. Use advanced tools to analyze settings and find hidden cameras.

Open-source identity-based remote access platform using WireGuard, offering unified management, tunneled connections, granular access controls, and SSL automation.

SimilarWeb is a global software development and data aggregation company specializing in web analytics and digital performance. It provides traffic insights for websites, supporting market research, competitive analysis, and business development.

Sniffnet is a network monitoring tool to help you easily keep track of your Internet traffic.

Creates encrypted peer-to-peer virtual Ethernet networks for remote access, gaming, secure virtual LANs, and private networks without complex setup.

Cross-platform port management tool for identifying listening ports, managing Kubernetes forwards, handling Cloudflare Tunnels, and terminating processes instantly.

Endpoint management with remote control, IT management, monitoring, access, support, ticketing, and automation. Includes Mobile Device Management.

DWService is a half (only the client/agent) open source project which offers a service that allows access to remote systems (Windows, Mac, Linux, Raspberry...) using a standard web browser - without any component required on the client side.

Caddy is a web server like Apache, nginx, or lighttpd, but with different goals, features, and advantages.

Lightweight, open-source universal proxy client for Windows and macOS with process-based routing, SOCKS5/HTTP support, kernel-level interception, and privacy features.

Firewall tool for monitoring, controlling, and alerting on outgoing network connections, with real-time user notifications and customizable rule-based access control.

Zenmap is the official cross-platform GUI for the Nmap Security Scanner. It is free and runs on Linux, Windows, Mac OS X, etc. Zenmap aims to make Nmap easy for beginners to use while providing advanced features for experienced Nmap users.

Secure, cost-effective remote access and support for your computer, from your desktop or mobile device.

UTM is a full featured system emulator and virtual machine host for iOS and macOS. It is based off of QEMU. In short, it allows you to run Windows, Linux, and more on your Mac, iPhone, and iPad.

AdGuard Home is a network-wide software for blocking ads & tracking. After you set it up, it'll cover ALL your home devices, and you don't need any client-side software for that.