To make internet connection monitoring easier, you can add a network speed meter to your taskbar. So, is it possible to monitor the internet connection from the Windows 11 Taskbar?
Windows 11 Internet Connection Monitor in Taskbar
It’s possible to monitor the internet connection on our Windows 11 PC from the Task Manager, but that involves using third-party apps.
You can use a third-party internet speed monitoring app to check your network speed directly on the Taskbar. You don’t need to open the Network & Internet page from the Settings.
1. View Internet Connection using Taskbar Monitor
Taskbar Monitor is a free tool that shows the CPU, RAM, Disk Usage, and internet speed in Windows 11’s taskbar. Here’s how to use it.
1. Open your favorite web browser and visit this webpage.
2. Download the TaskbarMonitorInstaller.exe on your computer.
3. Run the installer and wait a few seconds.
4. A command prompt window will open, confirming the installation.
5. You will notice the internet speed on the Windows 11 Taskbar.
2. Monitor Internet Connection using TrafficMonitor
TrafficMonitor is another great Windows tool that displays internet speed and CPU and RAM usage. Here’s how you can use the tool.
1. Download the latest version of TrafficMonitor on your PC and extract it
2. Open the Extracted folder and double-click on the TrafficMonitor Application file.
3. Once the program is installed, you will notice the internet speed on your Taskbar.
3. Monitor the Internet using NetBalancer
NetBalancer is a third-party internet traffic monitoring tool for Windows 11. It adds an internet speed meter to the system tray instead of the Taskbar.
1. Download & install NetBalancer setup from this webpage.
2. Once downloaded, run the Setup file.
3. Make sure to check the NetBalancer System Tray and click Next.
4. Once installed, double-click the NetBalancer Tray icon on the desktop screen.
5. The NetBalancer internet monitoring tool will be added to the System tray. It will show you your internet speed in real time.
These are the best ways to monitor an internet connection from the Windows 11 Taskbar. If you need more help with this topic, let us know in the comments.
