LANin
LANin is an open-source software framework for local area networks, designed to automate device discovery, inventory, monitoring, and configuration management in small to mid-sized environments. It provides a web-based management console and modular components that run across standard operating systems.
LANin originated in 2018 by NetCore Labs and has evolved through community contributions. Major releases in
- Automated device discovery using SNMP, LLDP, and mDNS
- Asset inventory and software/firmware version tracking
- Performance monitoring of uptime, latency, and throughput
- Alerting, dashboards, and customizable thresholds
- Configuration management with backups and device-level changes via SSH or API
- Central management server with web UI and database
- Lightweight agents on devices for data collection and policy execution
- Plugin framework and REST API for integrations
- Communications secured by TLS and SSH where supported
LANin targets IT teams in schools, small businesses, and branch offices. It can be deployed on-premises
Network access and valid credentials are required to collect data. Security considerations include credential protection and
See also: network management, SNMP, LLDP, mDNS, configuration management. References: LANin official website and user documentation.