MiniUsage is described as 'Displays various data like CPU usage, amount of network flow, battery status and process names which uses much CPU time in a menubar. It takes little space and can display various data, so it's suitable for notebook' and is a Network Monitor in the network & admin category. There are more than 25 alternatives to MiniUsage for a variety of platforms, including Mac, Windows, Linux, Android and iPhone apps. The best MiniUsage alternative is Rainmeter, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like MiniUsage are Stats, iStat Menus, Uwidgets and XWidget.