An intranet file transfer tool based on UmiJS + Electron + Javascript
Publisher’s description
What is NetSend?
NetSend by xiaobei is open-source Windows software in the network tools category. It is written in JavaScript.
Installation and requirements
The publisher provides EXE (NSIS) installers for 64-bit Windows. Installation asks for administrator rights. A silent install is possible with the installer’s documented switches.
Updates and version history
The current version is 2.0.5, released on March 20, 2023. The version history goes back to November 20, 2022: 3 releases, all linked to the official files. The last update is more than a year old.
Popularity and file types
The source code on GitHub (williamnie/netSend) has 492 stars. Similar programs include Wireshark, ZeroTier One and Nmap.
Project description on GitHub: “内网传输工具”
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Open source: the code can be inspected and built by anyone
- Documented silent install
Cons
- No native ARM64 build
- Installation needs administrator rights
- No update for more than a year
In short: NetSend is an open-source network tool tool for 64-bit PCs. Updates have slowed down. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is NetSend safe to download?
- The file is served by github.com, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
FC53A32A2D005DF6B2B182F702E97B6A117FE7E4ED3B4654EED5FD2D0CAE8E4E· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link has not been checked yet
- The source code is public
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 3 versions ›| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0.5Latest | March 20, 2023 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 2.0.4 | March 15, 2023 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 2.0.0 | November 20, 2022 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id williamnie.NetSend -eNetSend.Setup.2.0.5.exe /SRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- xiaobei
- Category
- Network tools
- Licence
- GPL-2.0
- Price
- Free
- Source code
- github.com/williamnie/netSend
- Written in
- JavaScript
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit
- Installer
- EXE (NSIS)
- Version
- 2.0.5
- Released
- March 20, 2023
- Added to the catalogue
- January 3, 2023
- Versions listed
- 3
- GitHub stars
- 492
- GitHub forks
- 55
- Website
- github.com
- winget ID
- williamnie.NetSend
Ratings and reviews
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Frequently asked questions
Is NetSend free?
Yes. NetSend is open-source software under the GPL-2.0 licence.
Is NetSend safe to download?
The download comes from github.com, which belongs to the publisher; ExeAtlas does not host or change the file. Compare its SHA256 hash with the one shown here, or open the VirusTotal report for that hash.
How do I install NetSend with winget?
Open PowerShell or Windows Terminal and run the winget command shown on this page. winget downloads the official installer and checks its SHA256 hash before running it.
Can NetSend be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer.
Does NetSend run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 64-bit version through emulation.
Where can I download an older version of NetSend?
The versions page lists all 3 versions with links to their official installer files, back to November 20, 2022.
What are alternatives to NetSend?
Wireshark, ZeroTier One, Nmap, iPerf3 and Angry IP Scanner. The alternatives page compares them.
