I found this very useful application recently:
http://www.navmonpc.com/
I haven't used it on board yet, but soon will. It replaces several other applications I use. I almost forgot: it's free.
NavMonPc - AIS display and dashboard
NavMonPc - AIS display and dashboard
Michel Capel, Freedom 44 #4 1981 'Alabama Queen', NED8188, cat ketch with wishbones, home port Enkhuizen, the Netherlands, 52*42.238'N 005*18.154'E.