LANState

LANState is a network inventory and administration utility developed by IkenLabs. It is designed to help network administrators discover, scan, and manage devices on a local area network. The software provides a comprehensive overview of network assets, including information about hardware, installed software, and operating systems.

The primary function of LANState is to perform network scans to identify all connected devices. Once devices are detected, the utility can collect detailed information from them. This includes hardware specifications such as CPU, RAM, and hard drive size, as well as software details like installed applications, operating system versions, and service packs. It also reports on network configuration, including IP addresses, MAC addresses, and network shares.

Beyond inventory, LANState offers several administrative capabilities. It allows for remote management tasks such as shutting down or restarting computers, running commands remotely, and viewing event logs. The software can also be used to track changes to network configurations over time, which can be useful for security auditing and troubleshooting. Its interface is typically presented as a tree-like structure of network resources, making it navigable for users. LANState is often used by small to medium-sized businesses for network monitoring and management purposes.