As a network administrator of a company, I need to scan IP address in the network of my company continually. For example, assign IP address for new workstations; scan IP address to check if it is alive; scan separate workstation to get the NetBIOS information, such as computer name, workgroup, currently logged user and MAC address, lookup the IP address(es) associated with any valid domain name or lookup the domain name associated with any IP address etc. I usually used PING and IPConfig command to get the NetBIOS information before but it is a slow and tired way to me. In addition the lacking function of this way, it only displays the information on screen so I have to record them by hand on paper. If there is a convenient and fast way to offers these information I need. If you are looking for the same way to solve your troubles as me. Do not waste your time. I introduce you a powerful and easy-to-use network IP scanner which I am using now. That is URL Discombobulator which was published by Karenware. Give it a try and you will find what a convenient tool it is. Below is the detailed introduction of URL Discombobulator.

URL Discombobulator makes it easy to lookup the IP address associated with any valid domain name or lookup the domain name associated with any IP address (if the owner of the IP address has added the corresponsing PTR record in the DNS server authoritative for the IP address range). As a bonus, the program generates alternate "shrouded" URLs for any web site, and can display the ASCII Code table. Also includes a small database of domain country extensions (e.g .de, .es).

The latest version of URL Discombobulator has the new features and functions of URL Discombobulator include: Changed the way internal data files are stored to be more compatible with Windows Vista security features. Changed the "Tabbed Dialog" control to enable the program to work better with screen readers - tools that help blind and vision-impaired users. Changed the way info is copied to clipboard when right-click context menus are used. Also dropped logon and password info from "Real URL" for all URLs execpt "mailto". Fixed error that caused wrong info to be copied to clipboard for "Computer". Fixed small typographical error, and increased space between "Paste" button and URL Text box to prevent the two from impinging on one another.

URL Discombobulator can now decipher many redirected URLs - those that send our browser to one or more intermediate web sites before reaching the final destination. Also, a "WhoIs" button was added, which runs Karen WhoIs to reveal the owner of a shrouded domain name or IP address, and that owner contact information. Added right-click context menu to list of URLs, allowing us to copy all, or selected, entries to the Windows clipboard. Also increased the number of shrouded versions of a selected address that are displayed. Program now parses several types of URLs, including http, ftp, and mailto. Program now displays a Minimize button in its title bar, allowing the main window to be minimized to the task bar. Also, an XP Manifest file was added, to improve Windows XP look and feel. Displays complete list of Top-Level Domains (TLDs), including all ISO Country Codes. Can now do "forward" lookups hex-encoded domain names. Can now do "forward" lookups of all-numeric IP addresses. It also displays a more helpful error message when a reverse lookup fails.

Strips URL information from domain names, making lookup easier. it also adds Roman Numerals column to ASCII Code table. Fixes a bug that prevented Reverse Lookup of four-part domain names. It also adds the ability to view the ASCII Code table, showing the numeric values assigned to each character using the decimal, hexadecimal, octal, and binary numbering systems. Includes some additional forms of "shrouded" URLs. In addition, URL Discombobulator is free for us and it does not contain any adware or spyware, so we can use it safely and undisturbed. It is a standalone software and does not need any extra software and hardware requirement. It works with most recent variants of Windows and its current version is 1.91.

Overall, URL Discombobulator is a very nice, easy to use and full-functions applications to lookup IP addresses. The developer of this software wanted to ensure ease of use for the average home user with its simple, clean, great looking interface, but included features for even the most demanding, experienced users. It is an ideal solution for network administrators and webmasters. With all these features, simple interface, excellent usability and free trial - why are you still reading? Download the free trial now and experience what powerful and effective it is at once! If you feel this utility is helpful indeed, introduce it to your friends please!

Lookup the IP address(es) associated with any valid domain name. Or lookup the domain name associated with any IP address (if the owner of the IP address has added the corresponsing PTR record in the DNS server authoritative for the IP address range). As a bonus, the program generates alternate "shrouded" URLs for any web site, and can display the ASCII Code table. Also includes a small database of domain country extensions (e.g .de, .es).

The license of this software is Freeware, you can free download and free use this ip utility software.